Founded in 1937, the organization's mission is “to inspire, empower, and enable wildlife professionals to preserve wildlife populations and habitats through science-based management and conservation” and offers them numerous ways to be more involved in creating a better future for wildlife and their habitats.

TWS is an international organization committed to addressing national and international issues that affect the current and future status of wildlife in North America and around the world. Through its position statements, you can learn more about its position on important issues in the areas of wildlife health, biological diversity, habitats, harvesting and hunting, invasive species, energy development and climate change, as well as human dimensions.