In 1995, the International Irrigation Management Institute (IIMI) substantially changed direction and management. Increasing the productivity of irrigated agriculture remains the focus of IIMI's work, but this objective is now approached in the context of water basins and the analysis of water resource systems as a whole. IIMI's underlying values have not changed-the institute remains committed to designing and carrying out research activities to help the world's poorest people make lasting improvements in their lives. IIMI will continue to explore methods that help to alleviate poverty, protect and conserve the environment, and ensure that women have full and equal access to resources.