The Wildlife Management Institute (WMI) was founded in 1911 by conservation- and business-minded people alarmed by declining wildlife populations. Recognizing the need for dedicated professionals, the founders established a small, independent organization focused on wildlife restoration and habitat conservation.
As a private, non-profit (501[c]3) organization, WMI operates from field offices, employing highly skilled wildlife scientists to address critical conservation issues.
WMI primarily collaborates with government agencies, academic institutions, and conservation groups. It provides expert advice, conducts research, and advocates for sound wildlife management policies.
WMI supports sustainable wildlife use, including regulated hunting, while embracing game management principles, biodiversity, and ecological science. Recognizing the dynamic interplay between humans and wildlife, WMI believes that thriving wildlife populations are essential to the continent's well-being.
WMI plays a crucial role in advancing wildlife management through a diverse array of activities:
- Supports wildlife research at over 40 universities through the Cooperative Wildlife Research Unit Program.
- Publishes authoritative books, reports, and educational materials on wildlife species and management.
- Provides expert testimony on wildlife-related legislation before Congress.
- Collaborates with other conservation organizations on critical issues like endangered species, land use, and water resources.
- Conducts in-depth reviews of wildlife management programs at various levels.
- Organizes the North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference, a premier gathering for wildlife professionals.
- Leads projects and key conservation initiatives such as the Chronic Wasting Disease Alliance, Conservation Without Conflict, and the Conservation Leaders for Tomorrow program.
- Publishes the monthly online Outdoor News Bulletin to disseminate information and updates.
WMI 2025 Activity and Accomplishment Report
This report details WMI's contributions to wildlife conservation and management in 2025. WMI remains focused on facilitating effective wildlife management through collaborative partnerships with state, federal, provincial, tribal, private, and non-profit conservation entities. This report outlines the diverse projects undertaken by WMI, all aimed at improving the future of wildlife management.
The report emphasizes our dedication to addressing emerging conservation issues through innovative, science-based solutions through collaboration.
What We Do
Wildlife Management Institute works to improve wildlife resource management through diverse efforts in policy, research, and education.
