Yet she never lost hope. Because she had seen what was possible when people worked together with one goal. She knew what we were capable of.
Go to JaneGoodall.ca/Take-Action – we have many ways you can get involved, both on your own and with your network.
"We're in the midst of the sixth great extinction of plant and animal species – and this one is caused by human activities."
Years ago, Dr. Jane recorded this message and spoke about the sorry state of the world. Watch this video to hear more from the legend herself.
Wilkie passed away in 2013, but his legacy is carried forward by his children.
His life and contributions continue to provide valuable insights into the social dynamics of chimpanzees and the profound connections that we, as humans, share with them.
Male chimpanzees are constantly portrayed as aggressive and dominating.
But long-term research conducted at Gombe has shown that they can also form deep, caring, and loving bonds. One study has shown that chimpanzee fathers provide essential care for their own children.
Photo: Hugo van Lawick
Fun fact: Born in 1972, Wilkie has been an important figure in the research that Dr. Jane conducted at Gombe.
Dr. Jane has observed his remarkable journey from infancy to fathering more than 10 offspring – giving him the record for the most known offspring at Gombe.
Photo: Michael Neugebauer
One of our partners, The Outdoor Learning School and Store, has put together some Indigenous learning resources that are accessible to everyone: outdoorlearning.com/indigenous-l...
Our own Canada Programs team has also developed this list – made up of thoughtful ways you can mark the day.
Today marks National Indigenous Peoples Day – and people are celebrating Indigenous Peoples, communities, traditions, languages, cultures, and wisdom.
However you get involved, let us all commit to creating a world where everyone is respected, is celebrated, and can thrive.
Photo: Crissy Armstrong