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 Research
The Dolphin Survey Project was established at Cambridge University with Professor Sir Richard Harrison to monitor dolphin populations worldwide.
IDW facilitates data input from a wide variety of professional and amateur dolphin watchers around the world. IDW co-operates with organisations monitoring cetacean populations in the North Sea and introducing people to observational and recording procedures.
All research by International Dolphin Watch is non-intrusive. No research is conducted with captive dolphins.
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IDW Founded 1978
MISSION STATEMENT
A non profit organisation for the observation, conservation and study of dolphins - especially their relationship with humans.
Aims and Values
To make sure the seas and rivers are clean, healthy and productive for the benefit of both humans and dolphins. To respect the rights of dolphins to a free life in their natural environment. To recognise that since earliest times, dolphins have had an affinity with humans and allow this to evolve.
Achievements
IDW has contributed to saving lives of countless dolphins and enabled thousands to achieve their dreams of meeting dolphins, free in the open sea.
News and Information
Friends of International Dolphin Watch receive news and exchange information on a host of topics including bargains via Monthly E-mail Newsletters.
Friends of International Dolphin Watch can use the website to share stories about their personal dolphin experiences, projects and fund raising events. They can also contribute to one of our most popular website features - A World Wide Guide on where you can meet dolphins and possibly swim with them.
Strandings
IDW has friendly links with organisations with whom it collaborates in the rescue and treatment of stranded and injured marine mammals.
Native Wisdom
IDW is forging links with indigenous peoples, such as the Australian Aborigines, to find ways of applying their ancient wisdom and understanding of the natural world to help solve present ecological problems.
Where there’s a Will
Another way to help dolphins
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Register as a Friend of IDW
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When you register as a Friend of IDW you will become a member of a global family of dolphin devotees who want to help dolphins and share their enthusiasm with others. Friends of International Dolphin Watch receive news and exchange information on a host of topics including bargains via Monthly Email Newsletters. Friends of International Dolphin Watch can use the website to share stories about their personal dolphin experiences, projects and fund raising events. They can also contribute to one of our most popular website features - A World Wide Guide on where you can meet dolphins and possibly swim with them.
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 Conservation
IDW actively lobbies governments worldwide - pressing for laws to be upheld where they are infringed and urging for changes in legislation that will help to save dolphins and protect the marine environment.
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 Adopt and Watch
IDW has a one-off dolphin adoption package which includes a booklet on where you may watch your adopted dolphin swimming free in the sea.
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 Education
IDW is actively involved in education and produces an Education Pack.
IDEAL (Integrated Dolphin Education and Learning) is based on a fictional dolphin named Dilo who fires the imagination and makes learning joyful for teachers, parents and children - including those with special educational needs.
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 Dilo
Dilo is a mischievous dolphin who’s story is told in a series of books by Horace Dobbs.
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 Dolphin Healing
IDW is researching dolphin healing and investigating ways in which the benefits of swimming with wild dolphins can be recreated artificially.
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 Operation Sunshine
Family Therapy Programmes Registered Charity Number 1121315
IDW supports Operation Sunshine, a charity set up to help families with special needs.
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 Dolphin Watching
IDW collects and publishes information on opportunities for dolphin watching worldwide.
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 Opportunities for Volunteers
IDW announces, as and when they arise, openings for voluntary work with dolphins.
Careers Advice
IDW offers careers guidance to those who wish to work with dolphins.
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