Terms of reference for the IAGNBI are:

• Focus attention on the priority of conservation problems
• Provide technical input for International and National Species Action Plans which are implemented by BirdLife International under the AEWA umbrella
• Facilitate communication and co-operation between concerned groups
• Maintain and update IAGNBI website including all NBI conservation and research initiatives
• Encourage applied scientific research to close gaps in knowledge on NBI and update on the most urgent priorities
• Update release guidelines for the NBI
• Review proposals for all NBI release/re-introduction projects/trials in relation to release guidelines produced for the species
• Support fund raising for the priority projects