10/02/2025
Dr Jane Goodall was my idol. She shined her light on nature and animals so we would know how important they are to our existence; and, how imperative it is to take care of and preserve both. The world grew a little dimmer today. RIP with the angels ππ
With great sadness, the Jane Goodall Institute confirmed this morning the passing of the organizationβs founder, Dr. Jane Goodall, age 91 who died peacefully in her sleep while in Los Angeles, CA for her speaking tour in the United States.
Dr. Goodallβs life and work not only made an indelible mark on our understanding of chimpanzees and other species, but also of humankind and the environments we all share. She inspired curiosity, hope and compassion in countless people around the world, and paved the way for many others β particularly young people who gave her hope for the future.
In 1960 Dr. Goodall established the longest running wild chimpanzee study in Gombe National Park, Tanzania which continues to this day. She pioneered and sustained the Jane Goodall Instituteβs community-centered conservation initiatives across the chimpanzee range for over four decades. Her legacy includes the creation of JGIβs international environmental and humanitarian youth program Roots & Shoots, which is actively driving change in 75 countries and counting around the world.
The Jane Goodall Institute is incredibly grateful to all our supporters, partners, and friends, especially during this difficult time. To add a personal remembrance of Dr. Goodall and continue her legacy for future generations, please visit JaneGoodall.org/RememberingJane
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Photo credit: Marko Zlousic