Get involved! Turn knowledge into action on your campus
Students across the country are making Roots & Shoots an essential part of their college experience and you can too. With active groups on more than 100 college campuses in the United States today, there are many opportunities for you to participate in this great program, make a meaningful difference in your community and play an integral role in shaping your own future.
Start Your Own Campus Group
When you start your own Roots & Shoots group on campus, you open the door to unlimited possibilities for positive change. And getting started is easy with the use of our Roots & Shoots College and University Manual, activity guides and online resources, Your enthusiastic leadership will encourage fellow students, professors and the surrounding community to lend their support and participate in Roots & Shoots activities both on and off-campus.
Sign up to become a group leader
Sign Up For An Individual Roots & Shoots Membership
Not sure you are ready for the responsibility of leading your own group? You can sign up for an individual Roots & Shoots membership instead. As an individual member you won’t lead a group, but you can still get involved! Talk with other Roots & Shoots members on our discussion boards, join one of our campaigns, and check out our Resource Center to learn more about Roots & Shoots. And you’ll get all our eNewsletters and newsletters to keep you up to date.
Sign up for an individual membership
Connect With Students Near And Far
Roots & Shoots is the perfect way for you to connect with fellow students who share the same interests and concerns regarding real world issues that matter to you most. Our program reaches around the globe, giving you access to a powerful network of concerned individuals, where you can discuss important topics, get ideas for planning and implementing campus and community service projects, as well as participate in campaigns and special events.
Find a Group
Discussion Boards
Project Database
Experience A Roots & Shoots Internship
Roots & Shoots and the Jane Goodall Institute offer 3 to 6 month internships throughout the country—all of which offer a modest stipend and a truly invaluable and memorable learning experience.
Discover Careers & Internships
Volunteer Your Time
You can also show your support by lending a hand at one of our many Roots & Shoots events or participating in the
Roots & Shoots Youth Leadership Council.
Explore Volunteer Opportunities
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