Jane Goodall, 88, discovered that chimpanzees are capable of making tools, practicing omnivore diets, waging wars, having strong mother-infant bonds and showing acts of compassion.
Barbie is expanding its Inspiring Women doll collection with a figurine modeled after world-famous conservationistThe doll’s release comes ahead of World Chimpanzee Day, which will be observed on Thursday, July 14. It also coincides with the 62nd anniversary of Goodall’s first trip to Tanzania’s Gombe National Park, where she conducted her pioneering research on chimpanzees.
Goodall, 88, discovered that chimpanzees are capable of making tools, practicing omnivore diets, waging wars, having strong mother-infant bonds and showing acts of compassion."My entire career, I’ve wanted to help inspire kids to be curious and explore the world around them — just like I did when I first traveled to Tanzania 62 years ago," Goodall said, in a statement.
"I’m thrilled to partner with Barbie and encourage young children to learn from their environment and feel a sense that they can make a difference," Goodall continued. "Through this partnership, I hope to inspire the next generation of eco-leaders to join me in protecting our planet and remind them they can be anything, anywhere — on the field, in the lab, and at the table."
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