🔗 Share this article The Jane Goodall Earth Medal Will Recognise Individuals Working to Better the World. The world could be under pressure, but a sense of hope remains. A new award originating at the science, music and arts festival the Starmus festival aims to encourage the public to make a difference. A gathering related to the Starmus festival. This new Earth medal bearing Jane Goodall's name will honor in honour of the renowned scientist and conservationist who passed away recently. It will recognise those who protect the natural world. The Medal's Framework The inaugural winners will be revealed at the Starmus VIII festival in Tenerife and La Palma, scheduled from 17–22 October next year. It was shared that Jane Goodall, who was a member of the festival's board, had supported the medal's establishment. “The concept of having this award, and the festival being tasked to oversee it, was Jane's wish,” a statement said. “She expressed that she wanted for this to occur. This is likely due to the unique connection she shared with us.” “This medal aims to highlight enduring projects carried out to build an environment improved for people, animals and the environment and foster motivation to carry on that work,” said a family member. Format and Inspiration A co-founder of the festival stated that the medal – unveiled at a prestigious venue – would probably have multiple categories. “It’s going to be inspired by the Stephen Hawking medal honoring scientific outreach that we created exactly 10 years ago,” it was explained. Jane Goodall was an honoree of that award. Expressing concern about the future for Earth, a prominent voice stated, “To be truthful, it’s very hard to feel hopeful. The current political climate in one major nation represents a war on science. So this significantly hampers global initiatives.” “In truth, the prospects aren't particularly bright which means we need to begin to reflecting, more deeply regarding the impact of our actions. And that’s not just climate change, but also the entire manner in which we interact with nature.” A Call to Action As a result, observers believe it was a good time to honor Goodall’s example. “I think that when we’re awarding this medal, we will be considering this essential spirit that Jane embodied – which made her priority, to transform the way we treat the other animals around us.” A pressing concern today is the proliferation of misinformation. The central topic of next year’s festival is set as “the pursuit of factual understanding”. “It has become apparent that factual reality is becoming contested when politics is involved. And it’s an alarming trend,” it was said. “The climate science is a science; you cannot allow interference from politics in climate science.” Hope and Determination The hope is that the medal will spur positive change. “It focuses on inspiring individuals to participate and to care and to work in that direction, truly. Regardless of if we’re optimistic, we must focus on working our utmost,” it was added. “Be prepared for setbacks, yet we must have to work to achieve positive outcomes.” A family member engaged in environmental protection shared optimism that “with guidance and once enabled, humans are capable of being diligent stewards of Earth”, highlighting the work of an institute that, in addition to its projects, empowers young people get involved locally, wildlife, and environment. “As Jane Goodall often reminded us, the choices we make each day have an impact and it is up to us what type of impact we choose to create,” it was stated. “We still have an opportunity and the Starmus Jane Goodall Earth medal will offer support and raise awareness regarding beneficial initiatives that are being undertaken.”