𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲-𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥

The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) hosted teachers and students from Mendrelgang Central School on September 7th as part of a conservation program focused on the White-bellied Heron (WBH). This community engagement program aims to raise awareness about the critically endangered status of the species and highlight the importance of its conservation.

The day-long event took place at the White-bellied Heron Conservation Center (WBHCC) in Tsirang. It began with a presentation on WBH ecology and RSPN’s ongoing efforts to save the species from extinction. Later, students participated in a poetry competition on the theme “Voice of the Vanishing: A Plea for Help,” where they emotionally and eloquently expressed their understanding of the WBH’s plight. Each poem reflected the students’ deep comprehension of the issue. The peom were evaluated, and prizes were awarded accordingly.

Environmental education is one of RSPN’s core programs, through which young minds are engaged in understanding the importance of nature. Since the 1990s, RSPN has been supporting the establishment and functioning of Nature Clubs in schools. In the coming months, RSPN plans to involve more school students, local communities, and other key stakeholders in similar WBH advocacy programs.

We extend our gratitude to the Mendrelgang Central School management for allowing teachers and students to attend this enriching program.