What is your niche?

Do you enjoy mentoring young people? Do you want to see good science translated into resource management? Then you belong in non-formal education. This is a special form of informal education where learning is voluntary but organized and guided (outside the formal school system). Good examples of non-formal education include any kind of youth development work (boy/girl scouts) and training for professional clubs, societies, and organizations. This audience can be composed of students, teachers, coastal managers, etc. that engage in guided learning opportunities.

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED:

Professional Societies, Federal, State and Local Agencies and Government

• Assist regional 4H association with after school workforce preparation
• Partner with an agency or local government to improve environmental decision-making
  ex. JCNERR technical assistance program

Pulse People:
Mike Newman

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