Jane goodall biographywho died protecting gorillas

By Matt Pacenza

The sweep of Dr. Jane Goodall’s life is not just one of extraordinary influence -- on science, habitat protection, environmental education, and activism -- but also one of remarkable transformation. 

Goodall, who will turn 90 in April, is featured in the new special exhibit at the Natural History Museum of Utah, Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr.

Jane Goodall, which showcases not just her groundbreaking work studying chimpanzees in Tanzania in the s, but her decades-long commitment to education and activism. 

It is no exaggeration to say that Goodall has inspired millions around the globe, a number that will surely grow as Utahns young and old have the opportunity to learn more about her at NHMU’s exhibit.

The youth action organization she founded in , Roots & Shoots, has 12, active groups in more than 60 countries, and nearly million young people took part in its programs in alone.

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