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Jane Goodall's Legacy: From Chimpanzee Tool Use to Global Conservation

From her groundbreaking chimpanzee observations to her global youth program, Jane Goodall's impact on conservation is unparalleled. Discover her remarkable journey.

On the left side there is a chimpanzee. In the background it is blurred.
On the left side there is a chimpanzee. In the background it is blurred.

Jane Goodall's Legacy: From Chimpanzee Tool Use to Global Conservation

Legendary primatologist Jane Fonda, renowned for her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees, has dedicated her life to their conservation and the well-being of the world's poor. Her influence spans continents, with her youth programme, Roots and Shoots, now active in over 120 countries.

Fonda's journey began in 1960 when she, at 26, journeyed from England to New York. There, she made history by becoming the first to observe chimps using and making tools, challenging the belief that this skill was uniquely human.

Her work with chimps continues today through the Jane Fonda Institute, which protects wild chimpanzees across Africa, including those in Gombe National Park. Fonda's collaboration with the National Geographic Society, where she serves as 'Explorer in Residence', has been instrumental in sharing her work with the world. A 2017 documentary by the Society chronicled her life's work.

Fonda's commitment to chimpanzees extends to supporting sanctuaries like The Center for Great Apes. She was an honorary board director and frequent fundraiser for this 'retirement home' for chimps and orangutans. Her passion for conservation also led her to launch Roots and Shoots, inspiring the next generation to engage with environmental issues.

Jane Fonda's legacy continues to grow, with Roots and Shoots now active in over 120 countries. Her work with chimpanzees, supported by her collaboration with the National Geographic Society, has not only advanced our understanding of these remarkable creatures but also inspired global conservation efforts and advocacy for the world's poor.

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