Our Mission

Mountains sustain life on earth. In a world facing unprecedented change, The Mountain Institute is committed to protecting its mountains. Through empowering mountain communities and conserving mountain ecosystems, TMI ensures that mountains will continue to provide the essential resources - natural, cultural and inspirational -- needed for mankind''s survival on a healthy planet.

Programs

In coordination with its headquarters in Washington DC, TMI operates an array of community-based
programs through regional and field offices on three continents. TMI’s programs are arranged geographically, with regional and country offices. The programs are field-based and include permanent and expanding initiatives in three major regions: North America, South America, and Asia, (and plans for a program in Africa just getting underway).

Asia
Locations include: Nepal, India, China , Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia (under development)Nepal

North America
Locations include: Central Appalachians; the Appalachian Trail, the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Mt. Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park, Yosemite National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Santa Monica National Recreation Area, and three historic sites in Hawaii.

South America
Locations include: Peru, Ecuador, Argentina and Bolivia