Jane Goodall

If we lose the animals, we lose ourselves.

I believe that the more we understand about the natural world, the more we will want to protect it.

We are not the only intelligent beings on this planet.

My mission is to create a world where people live in harmony with nature.

The root of our problems is that we have become disconnected from the natural world.

I'm often asked if I'm an optimist or a pessimist. I say I'm a 'possibilist.'

We need to remember that we are part of the animal kingdom, and we have a responsibility to protect it.

The future depends on what we do in the present.

Every day is a chance to make a difference.

I have always believed that there is hope, even in the darkest of times.

The greatest lesson I learned from the chimpanzees is that we are all connected.

We must never give up hope.

I still have a lot of work to do.

The more I learn about animals, the more I love them.

My life's work has been to try and help people understand that animals are not just things.

We need to teach our children to respect nature.

The future of the planet is in our hands.

We are all part of the web of life.

I believe that every single one of us can make a difference.

The great thing about chimpanzees is that they teach you humility.