Renowned primatologist and UN Messenger of Peace, Jane Goodall, has passed away at the age of 91. Known for her unwavering dedication to wildlife conservation, she devoted nearly 70 years to studying and protecting animals. Her death was confirmed while she was on tour in California.
A week before her passing, Dr. Goodall was speaking on stage in New York City, emphasizing her commitment to fostering global action driven by hope, a core principle of the Jane Goodall Institute. The United Nations praised her as leaving behind an exceptional legacy.
In a tribute post, the UN expressed sorrow over the loss of Dr. Jane Goodall, recognizing her tireless efforts in advocating for the planet and its inhabitants. Honored as a dame in 2003 and recipient of the prestigious US Presidential Medal of Freedom earlier this year, she was a renowned ethologist and a recipient of the Mirror’s Animal Hero award.
Born in London in 1934, Jane Goodall began her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees in Tanzania in 1960. In 1977, she established the Jane Goodall Institute, dedicated to chimpanzee conservation and supporting environmental projects for young people.
Dr. Goodall’s mission of creating a global community driven by hope was reiterated during her recent appearances in New York City and on the Wall Street Journal podcast. Her institute confirmed her passing, citing natural causes during her speaking engagements in California. Her contributions to ethology and wildlife conservation have left an indelible mark on science and advocacy for the protection of our natural world.
