Hero of the planet Dame Jane Goodall recently passed away, and in the wake of her death, tributes have poured in from around the world. Many have shared how she inspired generations of activists, environmentalists, and young girls who had never seen a woman doing what she did. In honour of the powerful legacy she leaves behind, we ask you: Who has inspired you in your life, and why?

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