Researchers find it very necessary to keep blinkers on. They don't want to admit that the animals they are working with have feelings.

Become as knowledgeable as possible.

If you look into their [chimpanzees] eyes, you know you're looking into a thinking mind. They teach us that we are not the only beings with personalities, minds capable of rational thought, altruism and a sense of humor. That leads to new respect for other animals, respect for the environment and respect for all life.

In Tanzania, the chimps are isolated in a very tiny patch of forest. I flew over it 13 years ago and realized that, basically, all the trees had gone, that people all around the park are struggling to survive. It became very clear that there was no way to protect the chimps while the people were in this dire circumstance.

We are unique. Chimpanzees are unique. Dogs are unique. But we humans are just not as different as we used to think.

We are always talking about how we can get more environmental and humanitarian education. It is about listening to the voice of young people - how they feel, and what would be most meaningful for them.

Let us develop respect for all living things. Let us try to replace violence and intolerance with understanding and compassion. And love.