Elephant Aid International is a nonprofit organization established to create a paradigm shift which fosters change in beliefs and approaches to the care and management of elephants. With the combined management of international scientists, veterinarians, mahouts, elephant caregivers and welfare supporters, the organization helps to change how; the public relates to elephants, mahouts and caregivers train elephants and how captive elephants are cared for worldwide. Elephant Aid has pioneered a new system, Compassionate Elephant Care, which will eliminate antiquated, dominance-based training and result in improved elephant welfare by providing education and hands-on assistance, the organization is working to end the worldwide suffering of elephants…one elephant at a time.