Washington, D.C. Awards Celebration, held in the Andrew Mellon Auditorium
On September 28, 2007, in Los Angeles, and October 10, 2007 in Washington, D.C., Jane Goodall presented the first annual Jane Goodall Global Leadership Awards to former Tanzanian President Benjamin Mkapa, US Senator Patrick Leahy, Ted Turner and others sharing her vision and commitment to making a positive difference in the world.
From left: Roots & Shoots youth leader Chase Pickering, JGI Board Chair David Shear, Dr. Jane Goodall, and former Tanzanian President Benjamin Mkapa
These two exclusive, eco-friendly events were held to recognize the award recipients, celebrate the Institute's 30th anniversary, and directly benefit JGI's programs in primate research, conservation and development and youth education and leadership.
Ted Turner, Representative Nancy Pelosi, and JGI Advisory Board Member Jonathan Granoff with Dr. Goodall
The Jane Goodall Global Leadership Awards went to:
- His Excellency, President Benjamin Mkapa, for Global Leadership
- The Honorable Patrick Leahy, for Excellence in Public Policy
- Ted Turner, for Responsible Activism in Media and Entertainment
- Chase Pickering, for Youth Leadership
- Patagonia, Inc., for Excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility
A posthumous award went to Gretchen Wyler, the late animal welfare activist and president of the Ark Trust, Inc.
At the L.A. Awards Celebration, Peggy Hanson receives the posthumous award on behalf of her sister, actress and animal activist Gretchen Wyler.
Ed Begley, Jr., star of stage and screen and leading Hollywood environmental activist, was the emcee for the Los Angeles event on Friday, Sept. 28, at the California Science Center's Wallis Annenberg Building.
Jeff Corwin, wildlife biologist and Emmy Award-winning television host, was the emcee at the Washington, DC event on Wednesday, Oct. 10 at the Andrew Mellon Auditorium. Animal Planet audiences best know Jeff from “The Jeff Corwin Experience,” and “Corwin’s Quest,” two popular shows on cable television.
D.C. emcee Jeff Corwin and Dr. Goodall
Both events provided lovely settings with the ambiance enhanced by environmentally friendly decorations and traditional African music. Guests enjoyed vegetarian and organic cuisine and a live auction to support the efforts of the Institute. Items varied from unique artwork to a trip to Africa.
The galas served to not only celebrate the past efforts of those who have contributed to the Jane Goodall Institute, but also to support the endeavors of the organization in the years to come.
More pictures can be found listed under “Jane Goodall Institute” at the links below
Please join us next year on November 7, 2008 in Washington, D.C.! Details to come. |
