Club help increase awareness and appreciation of the natural world and in still a conservation ethic in its members. Club activities also build important life-skills such as peer mentoring, leadership, communication, community involvement, and more. Young birders may often lack friends at school who share their interest in nature, but club foster valuable friendships between like-minded students.
By developing a network of peers and a sense of community, YBC Darbhanga facilitate self-confidence and interpersonal communication skills among youth members. By providing experiences and connections, YBC programs help build skills needed for careers in environmental fields. Involvement in a Young Birders Club adds credibility to the student’s resume, college applications, and cover letters. Participation in YBC has enabled members to attend prestigious colleges, be hired as seasonal wildlife employees with state and central government agencies, and acquire jobs with international birding tour companies and other environmental organizations.
