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The legendary primatologist and conservationist who changed how we see animals passed away a year ago at 91. Her message of hope and small actions creating big change continues inspiring millions worldwide.
Christiana Figueres, the diplomat who led the Paris climate agreement, receives a brand-new honor created to celebrate Jane Goodall's legacy. The award recognizes leaders who unite science, courage, and responsibility to protect our planet.
The Jane Goodall Institute invites Americans to honor the legendary conservationist's legacy with a nationwide hiking event this October. Whether you hike a mountain trail or walk around your neighborhood, everyone can participate in this hope-filled memorial.
A chimpanzee who survived wildlife trafficking and famously hugged Jane Goodall is now thriving as a mother, teaching her baby daughter how to live in the forest. The heartwarming video shows what dedicated conservation care can achieve.
Scientists discovered a new chameleon species hiding in Mozambique's mountaintop forests and named it after legendary conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall. The elusive reptile lives high in the treetops of isolated sky island ecosystems, where unique species continue to evolve away from the outside world.
Five months after Jane Goodall's death, her grandson revealed the powerful truth behind her famous optimism: hope isn't a feeling, it's work. At an environmental forum in Paris, Merlin Van Lawick shared how his grandmother taught the world that despair asks nothing of us, but hope demands action.
In her last interview before passing at 91, Jane Goodall shared powerful advice for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the world's problems. Her message: start small, act locally, and inspire others through your own actions.
The Jane Goodall Institute has officially declared April 3 as Jane Goodall Day, a new annual holiday honoring the legendary conservationist who passed away in October 2025 at age 91. The day will inspire people worldwide to take action for the planet, just as Goodall did throughout her remarkable life.
In 1960, Jane Goodall watched chimps use grass stems as tools to fish termites from mounds, shaking the scientific world's understanding of humanity. Her discovery sparked a revolution in how we view intelligence, culture, and our closest animal relatives. ---
