Welcome to the BJBA Youth Chapter — a vibrant community for middle school, high school, and college students to discover culture, build leadership, and serve the community through year‑round programs, festivals, and volunteering.
Mission: Empower youth as culture ambassadors , community changemakers , and confident leaders .
From Chhath at Newport Dunes to Holi, Diwali, and service drives — youth make it happen!
Syon Srawan serves as the Co‑Founder and Youth Chapter Lead of BJBA. He leads youth‑focused initiatives, builds partnerships, and drives sponsorship outreach — creating meaningful platforms for young leaders to engage in cultural, educational, and social impact activities. Under his leadership, the Youth Chapter empowers the next generation to stay connected with their roots and become proud cultural ambassadors of Bihar and Jharkhand in Southern California.
Perform folk songs, dance, emcee on stage, host quiz & games, and curate cultural exhibits at Holi, Diwali, and Chhath.
Volunteer drives, food & winter‑wear donation, coastal clean‑ups, senior outreach, and school partnerships.
Learn event ops, communications, design, photography, and social media. Build resumes & college portfolios.
Open to middle school, high school, and college students in Greater Los Angeles, Orange County, and Inland Empire. All are welcome — you don’t have to be Bihari/Jharkhandi to participate. Families and younger siblings can join as junior volunteers.
Parents & Mentors: Volunteer as advisors, guest speakers, and skill coaches.
Tell us about yourself and the tracks you’re excited to join. We’ll add you to our WhatsApp/Email groups and share the next onboarding date.
Prefer messaging? Reach us instantly and stay updated on activities.
Service hours letters available on request after activity completion.
Do I need prior experience? No. Just bring enthusiasm. We’ll train you on the job.
Is there a fee? No membership fee. Some events may have optional participation costs (e.g., T‑shirts).
Can parents help? Yes! Parent mentors & advisors are welcome.
