Our Impact | New Roots Institute

The high school and college students we train through our leadership development programs become force multipliers in their schools and communities, equipped with the knowledge and training to educate and inspire a broad network of their peers over time.

Campaign Impacts

Over the last two years, fellows have reached over 3 million people and influenced the dining behaviors of over 250,000 people, reducing the demand for meals containing animal products by roughly 3.5 million per year.

Fellows removed plant milk upcharges at University of San Diego, Cornell University, and American University

Fellows obtained a commitment from UCLA to serve 50% plant-based meals in all dining halls by 2027

Fellows organized American University’s first VegFest, which was attended by over 400 students

A fellow testified at the DC Council Committee on Youth Affairs in support of the Green Food Purchasing Amendment Act of 2021

A fellow launched a program to replace fetal pig dissections in her high school’s biology classes

An alum spoke on a panel on civic engagement for climate justice at LA’s Youth Climate Summit

JOI K.

Northern California university student

My participation in New Roots Institute's Leadership Academy was truly life-changing. Before the program, I hadn't fully grasped the impact one person could have on reducing suffering in the world. Being in community with the compassionate instructors and fellow alumni deeply moved me and motivated me to pursue a career in advocacy for a more just and sustainable world, specifically in the areas of food systems, the environment, and animal welfare. Knowing the profound impact the program had on my life, I was honored to make a donation to allow more changemakers to have the same opportunities I did.

Campaign Impacts

Fellow And Alumni Stories