OUR PARTNERS
Lwiro Primates' partners are imperative to the survival of the sanctuary. Each partner brings their own unique strength and supports the sanctuary in varying ways.
INSTITUT CONGOLAIS POUR LA CONSERVATION DE LA NATURE
The Institut Congolais pour la Conservation de la Nature is one of the two founders of the CRPL. Being the government authority responsible for the protection of the National Parks, the ICCN is also responsible for wildlife law enforcement in the country. The ICCN and CRPL have a very close and productive relationship and work together to ensure the survival of the CRPL and the continued high quality of care for all resident animals.
CENTRE DE RECHERCHE EN SCIENCES NATURELLES
The Centre de Recherche en Sciences Naturelles (CRSN) is the second government authority responsible for the CRPL, along with the ICCN. The CRSN is a scientific research station which covers all aspects of natural sciences from meteorology, geology, veterinary medicine and much more. This institution is incredibly important to Congo's research abilities and is also the major employer of the South Kivu Province.
SOS PRIMATES
SOS Primates is a non-profit organization based in Spain and its main objectives are:
- Distribute information on the biology, ethology and conservation status of primates
- Create awareness of the threats facing primates in their habitats
- Raise awareness of the welfare of primates in captivity and help to improve unsuitable situations
- Spreading the work of primate rescue centres worldwide and collaborate on their work through specific campaigns
This organization consists of a multidisciplinary team of committed people working in the fields of primatology, animal welfare and conservation. Most have worked and volunteered to primate rescue centers in different countries, knowing firsthand the situation facing this group of animals. In order to raise awareness of these issues and support a project involved in the conservation of these species, currently SOS Primates is dedicated to supporting the Centre de Rehabilitation des Primates de Lwiro.
VENNER AV LWIRO
Venner av Lwiro (Friends of Lwiro Norway) Is a volunteer non-profit organization officially registered in Norway with the number: 991472274. It was founded in 2007 specifically to help the CRPL. It is run by a committee of people, all dedicated to help the CRPL.
Venner av Lwiro wishes to spread awareness about CRPL and protection of the Congolese rainforest and it's animals. VAL supports CRPL with financial contributions and also with the long-term commitment of providing experienced staff on the ground in the DRC.