Our Mission Statement

The Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust (HWDT) is dedicated to the conservation of Scotland’s whales, dolphins, and porpoises and the Hebridean marine environment through education, research and working with Hebridean communities.

our aims:

• Raise awareness, through education and communication, of whales, dolphins, porpoises and marine mammals in the Hebrides
• Conduct benign research into whales, dolphins and porpoises, their environment and associated species
• Promote the truly sustainable use and value of the Hebridean marine environment by working with local communities of the Hebrides, promoting sustainable eco-tourism and providing education, training, and job opportunities

Find out more about the Trust by following the links below:

• Background – The history of HWDT and why whales, dolphins, and porpoises are important species to study and conserve
• Staff Profiles - Meet our dedicated team
• Vacancies
• Contact Us - details of how you can contact us
• Partners & Sponsors - Here you’ll find information about our many partners and sponsors who make the Trust's’ research, education and conservation work possible