For International Women’s Day 2025 we hear from women birders from around the world.
They share the motivations behind their birding passion and provide insights into the impact of birdwatching on personal well-being.
Participants:
Emily, Nish, Sarah, Colette, Charlie - UK
Kristina - Germany
Kate, Kirsty - Australia
Chiara - Italy
Steph - USA
Chiara - photographer. Read the results of her survey ‘ The Hidden Obstacles for Women in Wildlife Photography here
Kate - photographer
Charlie has written a book entitled 'The Life Affirming Magic of Birds' - available soon
Kirsty - the Weekend Birder Podcast
Steph has recorded an album called 'There are Birds'. She also appeared on episode 69
Sarah is an author. She has not written about birds … yet!
Casual Birder Community
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The Casual Birder Bird Club
The Casual Birder Bird Club is an online bird club that meets every month.
If meeting up with a group of friendly people from around the world to talk about the birds you've seen sounds like something you'd like to do, you'd be very welcome to join us.
Find out more here: The Casual Birder Bird Club
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