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DR. JANE GOODALL

APRIL 3, 1934—OCT. 1, 2025
The words “celebrity scientist” sound almost like an oxymoron. Yet Dr. Jane Goodall’s groundbreaking Gombe, Tanzania, field studies of chimpanzees, her advocacy for preserving their—and our—species against environmental threats, and her easy rapport with television and global media inspired generations of scientists and conservationists to aim higher. Godspeed.

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“Scientist. Conservationist. Humanitarian.” Following the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall on Oct. 1, it feels only right to spotlight her global conservation organization, the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI).

“Dr. Jane,” as her friends and associates called her, founded JGI in 1977 to empower local communities worldwide to strengthen environmental conservation through action, technology and science. In addition, JGI created Roots & Shoots, a youth-focused educational program in nearly 75 countries to activate and mentor tomorrow’s conservation leaders today.

We encourage you to check out the Jane Goodall Institute. If their mission resonates with you, consider donating. At the very least, spread the word. Change begins at home.

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