Source: United Nations (video statements)
Dr. Jane Goodall (1934-2025) began her landmark studies on chimpanzees in 1960. For over 60 years, she dedicated herself to wildlife conservation and animal welfare. Her Roots & Shoots programme fostered young conservation leaders in over 60 countries.
In 2002, Dr. Goodall was appointed as a United Nations Messenger of Peace. She continued to speak about the threats facing endangered species and environmental crises and urged people to take actions for a more sustainable world.