Who on earth would put Dame Jane Goodall and the Hash House Harriers in the same boat? All is not what it seems, though. On September 24, the Roots & Shoots China World Summit will be held at the Jane Goodall Institute of China, featuring stage performances, informational displays about NGOs and environmental programs and fun educational activities. We chatted with Executive Director Lei Wong about China’s youth and meeting the British premier.
What’s the goal behind this year’s summit and why is it special?
The goal is to celebrate youth environmental activism. In addition to being a fun and educational community event, it will be a networking opportunity. We want to use this chance to help these motivated young people forge lifelong connections that will support and enable their future environmental endeavors.
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