Canopies & Communities With the Jane Goodall Institute & Casey Trees
Join D.C. based nonprofits JGI USA and Casey Trees as they share their approaches to engaging communities to make an impact, including their successful efforts to restore and protect forest habitats both locally in Washington, D.C. and internationally along chimpanzee range in Africa. This event will feature presentations from both JGI USA and Casey Trees, followed by a short Q&A and opportunities to network with conservation colleagues.
About the Jane Goodall Institute USA:
The Jane Goodall Institute is a global, community-led conservation organization founded in 1977 that advances Dr. Jane Goodall's vision of inspiring hope and transforming it into action. In keeping with Jane’s own legacy, JGI’s impact extends to wildlife research and rehabilitation, community-led conservation, and international youth engagement. Through the youth-action program Jane Goodall's Roots & Shoots, now active in 75 countries around the world and counting, JGI is creating a movement of compassionate people who will help to create a better world for people, other animals, and our shared environment.
Learn more: janegoodall.org
About Casey Trees:
Casey Trees is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring, enhancing, and protecting the tree canopy of the nation's capital. Established in 2001 by philanthropist Betty Brown Casey, the organization works to revitalize Washington, DC's legacy as the "City of Trees." Through tree planting, volunteer engagement, education, advocacy, and land conservation, Casey Trees collaborates with residents, community groups, and policymakers to promote sustainable urban forestry practices. With a goal of achieving 40% tree canopy coverage by 2032, Casey Trees has planted over 60,000 trees and continues to support initiatives that improve environmental resilience, enhance community spaces, and foster a greener, more livable city.
Learn more: https://caseytrees.org/
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