10/02/2025
The world has lost one of the greatest humanitarians of all time. Jane Goodall revolutionized science with empathy and shattered ideas that emotions only belonged to humans. She saw animals in a special light and understood the human animal bond before it even had a name. She extended that bond to wildlife and full ecosystems spreading her kindness and compassion and igniting conservation across the globe. Her endeavors are far reaching and may her impact live on forever. Rest easy Jane Goodall, you left an indelible mark on how humans view animals and I am forever grateful for your work.
With great sadness, the Jane Goodall Institute confirmed this morning the passing of the organization’s 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. Goodall’s 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 — 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 Institute’s community-centered conservation initiatives across the chimpanzee range for over four decades. Her legacy includes the creation of JGI’s 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
