We are proud to announce that our Executive Director, Tara Golshan, has been featured as a contributing author in the inaugural edition of Saviesa Perspectives, an international publication exploring some of the defining questions of our time.
In her article, "What I Learned About Being Human from Dr Jane Goodall," Tara reflects on more than twenty years of working alongside Dr. Jane Goodall and the lessons that continue to shape the global Roots & Shoots movement.
The article is both a personal tribute and a reflection on Dr. Jane's enduring belief that positive change begins with individuals who choose compassion, responsibility, and hope. It highlights how Roots & Shoots has empowered young people around the world to become leaders in their own communities by taking action for people, animals, and the environment.
Throughout the article, Tara shares memories of working closely with Dr. Jane and reflects on the values that defined her leadership:
- Every individual matters.
- Every individual makes a difference.
- Hope grows through action.
- Leadership begins with responsibility.
- Protecting nature starts in our own communities.
As Tara concludes, Dr. Jane's legacy is not something to preserve—it is something to advance through the choices we make every day and the communities we continue to inspire.
We are honoured to see Dr. Jane Goodall's vision and the work of Roots & Shoots represented among an outstanding collection of international contributors in the inaugural edition of Saviesa Perspectives.
