Our Mission & Vision
Our vision is for a healthy and resilient Otways cared for forever.
Our Mission: We develop, deliver and share solutions for effective conservation across the Otways and beyond.
Located in the heart of the Otways, the Conservation Ecology Centre (CEC) serves as a leading voice for the conservation in the region, bringing people and organisations together to protect and restore these precious landscapes.
Established in 2000, the CEC is dedicated to ensuring the Otways remain healthy, resilient, and thriving for generations to come.
Through innovative, cross-tenure collaboration and a unified conservation strategy, the Centre generates vital knowledge to guide the protection of the region’s unique biodiversity.
Our work is grounded in the knowledge and leadership of Traditional Owners and underpinned by rigorous scientific research. We share our findings widely to support conservation efforts both locally and across Australia.
The Conservation Ecology Centre
Facilitates research that increases understanding, leading to conservation of biodiversity and natural ecological processes.
Develops innovative responses to conservation challenges and contributes to tangible solutions.
Provides inclusive and meaningful experiences with nature to build awareness and appreciation of wildlife and wild places.