Colobus Conservation is a non-profit making organization that promotes the conservation of coastal primates and their habitat. It was established in 1997 and works closely with other organisations, schools and local communities to promote the forest conservation, protection of primates and its coastal forest habitat in South Eastern Kenya. In partnership with Kenya Wildlife Services Colobus Conservation works to curb illegal pet trade, hunting and poaching, sensitize communities on alternative means of livelihoods protecting wildlife habitat. Other parastatals are Kenya Forest Service and Kenya Power and Lighting Company. It is a member of Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA) and Kwale Natural Resources Network (KCNRN).