A New Word.

Founder Kenny Ausubel coined the term Bioneers in 1990 to describe an emerging culture. Bioneers are social and scientific innovators from all walks of life and disciplines who have peered deep into the heart of living systems to understand how nature operates, and to mimic “nature’s operating instructions” to serve human ends without harming the web of life. Nature’s principles—kinship, cooperation, diversity, symbiosis and cycles of continuous creation absent of waste—can also serve as metaphoric guideposts for organizing an equitable, compassionate and democratic society. 

An Annual Conference.

The Bioneers Conference is a leading-edge forum where you can see tomorrow today: a future environment of hope. Social and scientific innovators focus on breakthrough solutions inspired by nature and human ingenuity. These visionaries are already creating the healthy, diverse, equitable and beautiful world we want to live in—our legacy for future generations and the web of life on which our lives depend. You can connect with hundreds or thousands of engaged folks making a real difference.

In 2008, more than 12,000 people attended our main Bioneers Conference in San Rafael, California and 18 local Beaming Bioneers satellite conferences across the country. Bioneers fosters connection, cross-pollination and collaboration by bringing together diverse people and projects. We link strategic networks at the local, regional, national and international levels.

Roots & Shoots Workshop:

Saturday afternoon session  2:45 – 4:15 pm Shattering Stereotypes: Empowering Youth to Create Positive Change

The young constitute the most dynamic part of any population and have always been a major driver of social change throughout human history. How can we break through prevalent negative stereotypes about youth and support today’s younger generations to engage to become powerful, positive change-agents in their communities?

Come decode these stereotypes and help build a coalition of young activists that will give adults a brand new perception about the power that youth wield. Join California youth leaders from Roots & Shoots, and other youth leaders from Destiny Arts Performance Center, Grind for the Green, and Green for All.

Jane with the chimps

Any thoughts for the primatologist, United Nations Messenger of Peace, and the Dame of the British Empire Jane Goodall?

Well, now you can send your thoughts, wishes and comments directly to her. Jane is turning 75 in a few days and we get to send her a birthday card.

An AR student will be hand delivering this card to Jane at her Birthday Banquet in a few days and  would love your comments.

Please address your comments directly to Jane, and include your first name, and age.

Your thoughts will be put into a book, along with the thoughts of other youth from around the nation. Don’t let this is special opportunity pass you by!

E-mail your comments to us at roots&shoots@sequoiaparkzoo.net.

Our chapter is run entirely by the youth members but does have some enthusiastic adult support.  (Big Thanks to Jen & Frances J)

·   Must be age 10 or older

·   Pay a first time membership dues of $12 and $5 to renew each year.  If the member skips a year, or lets membership laps for more than 6 months must pay the $12 first time member payment again.

·   You don’t have to be a member to participate in activities and events.

For more information you can contact us as roots&shoots@sequoiaparkzoo.net

 

Dr. Jane Goodall & Chimp

Welcome to Sequoia Park Zoo’s Roots & Shoot’s Bog at WordPress.com. This is our first post, in the future we will share with you our activities and events!

But first we want to answer a question you may have.

 What is Roots & Shoots?

The Roots & Shoots program is about making positive change happen—for our communities, for animals and for the environment. And it can all start with you!

With tens of thousands of young people in almost 100 countries, the Roots & Shoots network branches out across the globe, connecting youth of all ages who share a common desire to help make our world a better place.

This powerful, youth-driven network fosters a fun, flexible and supportive environment where young people and adults alike come together to share ideas and inspiration, implement successful community service projects and participate in special events and global campaigns.

There’s Something for Everyone.  Roots & Shoots offers a wealth of resources and networking opportunities for kids and teens, parents, educators, college students, group leaders and supporters alike.

This uniquely designed program connects people of every age, race, culture, religion or economic background in a vibrant global  network and offers opportunities for every individual to:

· Learn about environmental, animal and humanitarian issues affecting our world.

· Share insights, ideas and inspiration for making positive change      happen.

· Grow in ways that enrich lives—as individuals, as members of the  local community and as global citizens of our world.

 You can start to make a positive difference in the world today by becoming a Roots & Shoots member today.

Join the Sequoia Park Zoo group, find one in your area or start your own.

To contact us e-mail roots&shoots@sequoiaparkzoo.net or to find out more about Roots & Shoots go to www.rootsandshoots.org.