Build a Brighter Future in the Pacific and Beyond – VSA UniVol Graduate Volunteering Programme 2026
Hangaia he anamata māmā ake mō te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa me tua atu
Are you a soon-to-be or recent university graduate who’s passionate about making a real difference?
Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) is looking for rangatahi (young people) aged 18–30 to join our 2026 UniVol graduate volunteering programme.
Do you want to experience life in the wider Pacific and work alongside local communities to create positive change?
Gain practical experience, build life skills, and tautoko (support) grassroots development initiatives.
What you need to know:
- You must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident,
- Aged 18–30, and
- Have graduated from a New Zealand university by December 2025.
- All flights, accommodation, and a living allowance are fully funded by VSA.
Why join?
You'll be immersed in a unique cultural exchange, working collaboratively in Pacific communities to support sustainable development goals. It’s more than volunteering – it’s a chance to grow personally and professionally.
"O le ala i le pule o le tautua" – The path to leadership is through service.
If you have any further questions, take a look at the booklet below or reach out to the team at univol@vsa.org.nz
Join us in shaping a brighter, more connected future – for the Pacific, and for yourself.
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If you are adventurous at heart, have a passion for people and culture, and want to volunteer with the full support of an international volunteer agency with 60+ years of experience, we'd love to hear from you.
