The Untold Story of Angel van Lawick, Jane Goodall’s Granddaughter

A Legacy of Conservation

• 💡 Angel van Lawick is the granddaughter of Jane Goodall, born into an extraordinary family including her grandfather, Hugo van Lawick, a renowned wildlife photographer.
• 🌳 Her father, Hugo Eric Lewis van Lawick ("Grub"), grew up among chimpanzees, shaping Angel's childhood in Tanzania with stories of the forest and conservation.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Angel is part of the new generation, alongside her brothers Merlin (conservation) and Nick (creative media), continuing the Goodall-van Lawick family's work.

Early Life and Influences

• 🌍 Angel's upbringing was grounded in family, nature, and deep respect for animals, despite her grandmother Jane Goodall's global travels.
• 🎓 She received a global education at St. Constantine's International School in Tanzania, enriched by travel experiences.
• 💬 Jane Goodall never pressured her grandchildren to follow her path, yet Angel naturally gravitated towards the world of conservation.

Hands-On Conservation Work

• 🐾 Angel volunteered at Soma County Wildlife Rescue in the United States, providing hands-on care for owlets, raccoons, and orphaned animals.
• 🌱 This practical experience demonstrated that conservation involves small, personal acts of care, not just speeches or global tours.
• 🦉 She notably hand-raised orphaned owlets in California, showcasing her direct involvement with animal welfare.

Carving Her Own Path

• 🚀 Angel primarily contributes through volunteer work with Roots & Shoots, Jane Goodall's youth program connecting young people globally.
• 🗺️ As a Roots & Shoots reporter, she traveled to local clubs, shared their stories, and built bridges across borders, emphasizing that change starts small.
• 💖 Her career is driven by passion, not expectation, reflecting wisdom from Jane: "Never lose hope" and "If you want to do something, go and do it."

Continuing Jane Goodall's Vision

• 🕊️ Following Jane Goodall's passing in October 2025, Angel and her brothers stand as the next generation to carry forward her legacy.
• ✨ Their lives are living proof that Jane's vision evolves, demonstrating that legacy is about carrying hope, not about seeking fame.