:: Dr. Jane Goodall ::

Roots put on an incredible night of recognition for Jane Goodall's recent honourary degree from the University of Haifa. It was held at the Royal York, and emceed by George Stromboulopoulos, speakers included David Suzuki and Dr. Goodall herself. I found the evening incredibly moving, and thanks to Voyce and his back up band, very entertaining as well. Dr. Goodall spoke to the tune of hope; her most recent book entitled "Reason For Hope" highlights 4 main reasons why we as humans, should be optimistic about our future on this planet. They are; the human brain, the determination of young people, the indomitable human spirit, and the resilience of nature. Dr. Goodall has the kind of unique perspective and wisdom with respect to our place in nature that virtually no one else can lay claim to, she is certainly one of the world's most intellectually elite scientists, which makes her words and opinions, to me at least, completely invaluable. Thank you to Dr. Goodall and Dr. Suzuki for their inspiring messages of hope and urgency, and thanks so much to Roots for putting an incredible event together, and for inviting me along!
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