Care after wildlife trafficking
Comunidad Inti Wara Yassi, or CIWY, has worked in Bolivia since 1992. Its wildlife rescue and rehabilitation programmes respond to animals displaced by trafficking and other threats. Sanctuary care provides environments closer to their natural habitat, while the organisation also works on the human activities that create demand for wild animals and damage the places they live.
A sanctuary network in transition
The official sanctuary page describes a transition away from Parque Machía in Villa Tunari, its first site. Most animals are being transferred to Jacj Cuisi, and Machía no longer accepts international volunteers. This matters when planning involvement: the historical three-site network does not mean that the same activities or volunteer opportunities remain available at every location.
Different sites and animal groups
Parque Ambue Ari, north of Ascensión de Guarayos, specialises in felines including jaguars, pumas and ocelots. Jacj Cuisi, near Rurrenabaque and Madidi National Park, houses rescued spider, capuchin and squirrel monkeys as well as coatis. It is also becoming the organisation’s headquarters, connecting animal accommodation with the practical needs of the wider operation.
Education and research around the sanctuaries
CIWY links wildlife protection with work involving young people, reflecting its origins in supporting disadvantaged youth. Workshops, public activities and mentoring form part of its environmental education. The organisation also welcomes scientific research into species and habitats, using knowledge gained around the sanctuaries to contribute to its conservation work and understanding of the local environment.
Responding to threats beyond captivity
Forest-fire work includes prevention through firebreaks and patrols, response by trained teams and care for wildlife affected by burns or smoke. The organisation’s volunteer information distinguishes current sanctuary options, while animal sponsorship offers another form of support. Prospective participants should use the updated site-specific information, especially while animals and operations move between facilities. Official programme information · AnimalProtech map.
Frequently asked questions
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