China remembers guiding light' Jane Goodall's wildlife conservation work

"Her story is truly inspiring, and I was deeply influenced by it, Sun Xin, the chief science communication expert at the National Zoological Museum of China, said. It's easy to shout slogans, but it's extremely difficult to actually get things done and make an impact, said Sun, who met Goodall on many occasions. Through her personal efforts, she continuously advocated for animal and environmental protection, hoping that humanity would love and safeguard nature."

"The British primatologist and founder of the Jane Goodall Institute was well known in China, and her research and findings were ubiquitous in Chinese educational materials, which listed her among women of achievement in text books. Her institute's flagship Roots and Shoots environmental education programme worked with more than 1,000 schools across the country, and over nearly 30 years it trained 10,000 teachers and educated countless students across 25 provinces about protecting animals and the environment."

"State media noted Goodall's long-standing connection with China, which she visited for the 17th time last year, and gave an interview to the state broadcaster CCTV, remarking on ecological improvements in China. Her environmental philosophy and spirit have influenced many people in China, reported China News. In 2017, Goodall spoke about the changes in the country since her first visit almost 20 years earlier,"

Jane Goodall was widely celebrated across China after her death at age 91, with hundreds of millions paying tribute online. Her research and findings feature prominently in Chinese educational materials and she is listed among women of achievement in textbooks. The Jane Goodall Institute's Roots and Shoots programme operated in more than 1,000 schools, trained 10,000 teachers, and reached students across 25 provinces over nearly 30 years. Several prominent Chinese scientists and communicators publicly praised her influence and dedication. Goodall visited China repeatedly, including a 17th visit last year, and commented on ecological improvements during an interview with CCTV.

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