Conservation Starts with Community 

At the Jane Goodall Institute, we believe that protecting wildlife and supporting local communities are two sides of the same coin. Conservation is not just about saving animals or preserving ecosystems — it’s about creating lasting, sustainable solutions for both humans and nature to thrive together.

Through our groundbreaking Tacare program, we empower communities to take the lead in protecting their land, their resources, and their future. By blending traditional knowledge with innovative approaches, we’re fostering a new era of conservation that benefits everyone.

Here’s how we’re making a difference:

•  Land-Use Planning: We believe that farming and conservation can coexist. By carefully planning land use, we help communities grow their crops while also protecting the habitats of the wildlife they rely on.

•  Sustainable Livelihoods: From beekeeping to agroforestry, we’re creating new income sources that reduce the pressure on forests and provide families with ways to live in harmony with nature. These sustainable practices help preserve both the land and the people who call it home.

•  Climate-Smart Agriculture: With our climate-smart approach, we are restoring soil health and boosting crop yields without the need to cut down trees. These innovative techniques help farmers adapt to changing climates while protecting forests and biodiversity.

•  Community-Led Forest Monitoring & Tree Planting: Local communities play a crucial role in monitoring forests and planting trees. By empowering them to protect their ecosystems, we ensure the long-term health of our planet’s vital green spaces.

Together, we are proving that conservation works best when everyone is involved. When communities thrive, ecosystems flourish, and wildlife has a fighting chance for survival.

The Tacare program is a living example of how people and nature can coexist, creating solutions that benefit both. When we protect the community, we protect the planet.