The Gombe Clump Observation is the world's longest running continuous wildlife research project. In addition to work there, Goodall created the Tanganyika Catchment Reforestation and Education Project. This project established tree nurseries in 24 villages surrounding areas populated by chimps. It helped reverse denudation of hillsides and protected watershed and is hoped to eventually reconnect these with patches of the forest. She also started the Roots and Shoots Program which would help educate young adults in how to care for the environment and animals. In 1977 she founded the Jane Goodall Institute which promotes health and conservation in social communities as well as bring ecotourism to these areas.

She ended her career as a field biologist in 1986, but continues work with the programs and institutes she help found. She travels around 300 days a year to schools, universities, public platforms, etc., to help educate everyone about the important of preserving wildlife and the environment. She has written numerous books and has been the subject of many documentaries. In 2001, she was awarded the United Nations Messenger of Peace award.

Jane has been married twice. Once to Hugo Van Lawick in 1964 and to Derek Bryceson in 1975. Bryceson died of cancer in 1980. She has one son, Hugo Eric Louis Van Lawick, who was born in 1975.

Very fun fact: Goodall expresses a belief or fascination in Bigfoot.