Supporting locally led change

We match skilled volunteers with international partners to support them to achieve their development goals.

75 years of volunteering overseas

Australians began volunteering overseas in 1951. That means 75 years of partnership, of impact, and of stories.

Explore these stories
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Where we work

Our partner organisations and volunteers work across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to support locally-led capacity development. Discover the countries we work in.
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Ways to volunteer

We support our partners through in-country, remote and hybrid volunteering. Learn about these different ways to volunteer.
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Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to ensuring that volunteers and partners can safely and equitably participate in the program, regardless of their identity. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Join our upcoming info sessions

Our online and in-person information sessions offer the chance to learn about life as a volunteer and in-country, remote and hybrid volunteering. Former volunteers and recruiters are available to answer your questions.

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