The mission of the California Institute for Water Resources is to integrate California's research, extension, and education programs to develop research-based solutions to water resource challenges. We do this by facilitating collaborative research and outreach on water issues across California's academic institutions and with international, federal, state, regional, nonprofit, and campus communities. Objectives Connecting water resource knowledge and expertise from California's academic institutions with a broad range of communities Developing relevant and timely research-based information on water issues to inform decision-making Effectively communicating research outcomes using targeted, innovative approaches Coordinating and leveraging resources across California's academic institutions to develop research-based solutions