Aves y Conservación​ (AyC) is an Ecuadorian non-profit founded 33 years ago, and dedicated to the research and conservation of birds and their habitats, acting always to the benefit of local people and with their active participation. In order to fulfill its mission, AyC promotes sustained research processes on birds and other associated flora y fauna. AyC strongly believes in supporting local communities to empower themselves in the defense of nature and the generation of livelihoods compatible with conservation.