by Dennis Augustine
Yesterday we lost Jane Goodall — a pioneer whose compassion and groundbreaking research forever changed how we see chimpanzees, wildlife, and ourselves.
Back in 2006, I traveled with my brother-in-law Joe McAllister and my late brother Michael Augustine on a trip of a lifetime through Kenya and Tanzania. One of our unforgettable stops was the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, founded in partnership with the Jane Goodall Institute, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, and Kenya Wildlife Service.
Sweetwaters offers lifelong refuge to orphaned and abused chimps rescued from West and Central Africa — giving them a second chance at life, something Jane tirelessly advocated for.
Her passing is a reminder of the power of one life dedicated to protecting others. Her legacy will continue to inspire.
