About JGI NZ
Dr. Jane Goodall went into the forest to study the remarkable lives of chimpanzees—and she came out of the forest to save them. When she discovered that the survival of their species was threatened by habitat destruction and illegal trafficking, she developed a breakthrough approach to species conservation that improves the lives of people, animals and the environment by honouring their connectedness to each other.
In 1977, she founded the Jane Goodall Institute to ensure that her vision and life’s work continue to mobilise the collective power of individual action to save the natural world we all share. Your support helps us advance Jane’s vision and work around the world as a force of compassion for all living things.
A global movement, locally rooted.
As one of 25 Jane Goodall Institute chapters, we connect NZ schools and communities with global conservation. With staff and volunteers nationwide and partnerships spanning four continents, our reach is broad while our focus stays practical and grassroots.
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Jane taught us that hope is action. When you give today, you create real change in animal welfare, scientific innovation, youth action, climate solutions, and ecosystem restoration.
A bridge between youth and the future.
We guide young leaders, teachers, and communities to design and deliver projects that matter most. Our focus is on growth, action, and long-term impact — inspiring hope through hands-on change.
OUR PURPOSE
Educating the future generations of New Zealand to reconnect with nature.
OUR VISION
A healthy planet where people, animals and the environment exist in sustainable harmony.
OUR ASPIRATION
JGINZ is a sustainable, scalable organisation that is established to deliver on its purpose into the future.
How We Started in NZ
Dr Jane Goodall DBE founded the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977
In 1991 Jane launched her youth program, Roots & Shoots
In 2014 the Jane Goodall Institute NZ was created
About Jane
Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE,
Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) and UN Messenger of Peace.
From her pioneering research to tireless advocacy, Jane’s life had a profound global impact. Learn more about her story and her global vision to inspire collective action toward environmental harmony.
Our People
Meet our Team.
Each team member brings unique strengths and lived experience, united by a single purpose: to champion hope and create lasting impact for people, wildlife, and the planet.
Key Partners
