Coral World Ocean and Reef Initiative (CWORI)
Established in 2019 as a non-profit located in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. We are dedicated to conserving marine habitats and wildlife through rescue, rehabilitation, restoration, research, and public education that empowers others.
Making a difference through…
Education &
Outreach
Coral Reef
Conservation &
Sargassum Research
Rescue &
Rehabilitation
We Have the Power to Impact Our Future, and We’re Doing Something About It
Coral reef ecosystems have been drastically declining over the past 50 years as a result of climate change, coral disease, and ocean acidification. While corals cover only 1% of the ocean floor, they are home to more than 25% of ocean species, making coral reefs a vitally important ecosystem to protect (NOAA, 2026).
Our Initiatives
coral reef conservation
CWORI is dedicated to the conservation of Coral Reefs through research, resource management, and education for a sustainable future.
Sargassum Research
Our Sargassum research project focuses on studying the large influxes of this floating brown algae that inundate our beaches every summer.
Education & Outreach
CWORI provides internship opportunities in coral restoration and educational programs in association with educators in local schools.
Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation
CWORI rescues and rehabilitates wildlife, particularly turtles and birds in collaboration with other local agencies.
