Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute (CIMWI)

CIMWI Mission

The mission of Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute is to rescue and rehabilitate marine and terrestrial wildlife and engage in related educational, research and cooperative efforts.

To realize this purpose, Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute will:

• Provide immediate response to displaced, injured, ill, orphaned and oiled animals by trained and experienced caregivers;
• Treat, rehabilitate and provide ongoing care with the goal of releasing the animals to their natural, wild environment;
• Educate the public on the plight of marine and terrestrial wildlife and the impact that people have on the environment, thereby promoting ways in which individuals can help bring about positive change;
• Conduct research on environmental and other causes of illness and injury to marine and terrestrial wildlife; and
• Work with other agencies, organizations and researchers similarly engaged.