THE BLUE MOUNTAINS WORLD HERITAGE INSTITUTE

Protecting Nature Together

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WHY WE EXIST

The Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area of Australia is an awe-inspiring natural and cultural landscape of over a million hectares.

The exceptional biodiversity and ecosystems of the Blue Mountains provide clean air and water to the Greater Sydney region and a healthy escape into nature for over five million visitors a year.

Like most protected areas, the Blue Mountains region is threatened by climate change, development, wildfires, habitat loss and species extinction.

We respond to these threats by sharing knowledge and developing practical solutions for a sustainable future.

ABOUT US

We are an independent, not-for-profit Institute based in the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area of Australia.

We conduct research, collaborate worldwide and engage with communities to develop innovative strategies for conservation and sustainability.

As a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), we are part of a global community working to protect important natural areas around the world. 

We acknowledge and pay our deepest respects to the Dharug, Gundungurra, Wanaruah, Wiradjuri, Darkinjung and Tharawal language groups as the traditional owners of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.


WHAT WE DO

EDUCATION

We deliver education and training that builds knowledge and capacity in conservation and protected area management. Learn more →

With the Protected Areas Collaboration, we deliver education and training that builds knowledge and capacity in conservation.
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RESEARCH

We produce research and tools to inform protected area management and build ecosystem resilience. Learn more →

We produce research and tools to inform protected area management and build ecosystem resilience.
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ENGAGEMENT

We engage communities in protecting ecological and cultural values and building resilience to climate change. Learn more →

We engage communities in protecting ecological and cultural values and building resilience to climate change.
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JOIN OUR GIVING COMMUNITY

There are many ways to give to the Blue Mountains World Heritage Institute.
We welcome all kinds of support.

VOLUNTEER

Join our growing community of citizen scientists or volunteer to help us in ways that suit your skills. Learn more →

Join our growing community of citizen scientists or volunteer to help us in ways that suit your skills. Learn more →

PARTNER

Become a corporate partner or sponsor - we love our partnership with the Scenic World Shared program. Learn more →

Become a corporate partner or sponsor - we love our partnership with the Scenic World Shared program. Learn more →

DONATE

You can also make a one-off or ongoing donation to us. All gifts above two dollars are tax deductible. Learn more →

You can also make a one-off or ongoing donation to us. All gifts above two dollars are tax deductible. Learn more →


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