California (Eurotoday Newspaper) – Jane Goodall, the pioneering primatologist and environmental advocate, died at 91, inspiring charities worldwide to celebrate her legacy. Tributes emphasize her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees and her role in empowering women in science and conservation.
Jane Goodall’s life and work remembered fondly by charities and conservation groups
The world mourns the loss of Dr. Jane Goodall, whose pioneering research on wild chimpanzees redefined the understanding of primates and humanity. Goodall died of natural causes on October 1, 2025, in California while on a speaking tour, as announced by the Jane Goodall Institute.
The Jane Goodall Institute, which she founded, released a statement praising her as a “Messenger of Peace” and a “tireless advocate” for the planet’s conservation and animal welfare. Many charities and organisations have issued heartfelt tributes, highlighting both her scientific breakthroughs and her profound influence as an inspiration for generations of women and environmental campaigners worldwide.
Breakthrough Scientific Discoveries
Goodall first arrived in Tanzania in 1960 at the age of 26 and began an unprecedented long-term study of chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park. She shattered scientific conventions by demonstrating that chimpanzees possess personalities, use tools, and display complex behaviours previously believed unique to humans.
Her discovery that chimps make and use tools — famously observed when she watched a chimpanzee modifying a twig to fish termites — revolutionised ethology and altered perceptions of humanity’s place in the natural world.
Her detailed, empathetic approach to studying chimpanzees, giving them names such as David Greybeard and Flo instead of numbers, was groundbreaking at a time when the scientific community was dominated by male researchers adhering to strict objectivity.
Advocate for Conservation and Animal Rights
Beyond research, Goodall’s later years were committed to raising global awareness about conservation, environmental sustainability, and animal rights. She founded the Jane Goodall Institute in 1977 and became a United Nations Messenger of Peace, travelling widely to campaign for climate action and species protection.
Charities such as the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) and World Wildlife Fund (WWF) celebrated her legacy. As reported by NBC News, the founder of PETA remarked on Goodall’s instrumental role in rescuing captive chimpanzees and ending cruel confinement practices.
Champion for Women in Science
Goodall’s impact extends deeply into women’s empowerment. In breaking barriers as a female scientist in the 1960s, she paved the way for countless women to pursue careers in scientific research and conservation fields historically dominated by men.
Organisations including Women in Science and Conservation International have commemorated her as an “inspiration to generations of women,” citing her courage to challenge norms and champion equality alongside scientific excellence.
Reflections from Charities and Public Figures
As reported by the Jane Goodall Institute on social media, charity leaders expressed profound admiration for Goodall’s lifelong dedication and compassionate character. The climate charity 350.org wrote:
“Jane was a beacon of hope and activism whose work energized a global movement for the natural world.”
Famous protégés and colleagues in environmental activism shared personal memories. Celebrity conservationist and advocate Sir David Attenborough noted Goodall’s “unforgettable contribution to science and humanity,” calling her “a rare combination
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17 responses to “An Inspiration to Generations of Women: Charities Reflect on Goodall’s Legacy”
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What a shocker—an inspiring woman who actually did something meaningful instead of just tweeting about it. Guess that makes her a “messenger of peace” in a world full of noise. 🙄✨
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Incredible how one woman can make more of an impact on conservation than an entire EU conference—guess those meetings could’ve used a chimpanzee or two for a bit of inspiration. 🐒💼
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Not every day you see a woman name her chimpanzees instead of just numbering them—who knew getting personal was the secret to scientific breakthroughs? 🐒💁♂️ Talk about setting the bar high for the rest of us!
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Just what we needed, another posthumous parade for a “messenger of peace” – because who doesn’t love a good spotlight on a legacy while the rest of us are just trying to keep our own chimpanzees in check. 🙄 #InspirationOrWhat?
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Isn’t it just brilliant how one woman managed to outshine a whole generation of scientists? Makes you wonder if the rest of us should just pack our bags and hand in our lab coats, right? 😂🌍
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Isn’t it just delightful how a woman can chat with chimps and suddenly become a “Messenger of Peace”? Next, we’ll have squirrels giving TED talks on existentialism. 😂
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What a shocker, a woman who talks to chimps and gets a statue while the rest of us just talk to our in-laws at Christmas. Cheers to breaking the glass ceiling—let’s hope it wasn’t made of banana peels! 🍌🥂
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Talk about leaving a legacy! Jane Goodall took “monkey business” to a whole new level, didn’t she? 🐒 Who knew studying chimps could be the ultimate career move for women in science?
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Fantastic! Another legacy of a woman who’s done more for chimps than most do for their own species. I suppose if we can’t figure out how to save ourselves, we might as well take notes from the apes, right? 🐒💼
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Quite the legacy we’ve got here, eh? I mean, breaking norms and saving chimpanzees—who knew it was that easy to become a global icon? 😏
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Jane Goodall, the ultimate ‘chimp whisperer’, has left us—guess the primates will have to fend for themselves now! 😏 Can’t wait to see how much of her legacy is twisted into the next charity gala, complete with overpriced tickets and lukewarm wine. 🍷
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You’d think after all those years with the chimps, Jane would at least have figured out how to avoid becoming just another headline. But hey, who needs peace when you can have a legacy that inspires like a cup of lukewarm tea? ☕️
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Looks like Jane Goodall took the whole “monkey business” thing a tad seriously—who knew chatting with chimps could inspire generations? 🐒💼 Bet her legacy will inspire even the blokes to give a hoot!
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If only we could all be as groundbreaking as Jane Goodall while still managing to hold a decent cup of tea, eh? A true legend who showed us that even primates have better social skills than some folks at the office! 🐒☕
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Doesn’t it just warm the cockles of your heart to see yet another “inspiration” pop up in the news? I mean, who doesn’t love a good legacy story—especially when it involves saving chimps while breaking glass ceilings? 😏💼
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Talk about setting the bar high for the rest of us! Goodall’s legacy is like that fancy Michelin-starred restaurant you can only dream of dining in—truly inspiring, but also a stark reminder of how mediocre most of us are. 🍽️🙄
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Such a shame that we lost a real trailblazer like Goodall; it’s not every day you find someone who can teach chimps to use tools and inspire women all at once. Guess we’ll just have to settle for the usual blokes in lab coats now, eh? 🙄
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You know, it’s quite something when a lady spends her life chatting with chimpanzees and ends up being the poster girl for women in science. Doesn’t quite fit the stereotype, does it? 🐒💁♀️
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