Volunteer and share your legal expertise overseas
Contribute your legal skills to support locally led sustainable development.
The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian Government-funded initiative that matches skilled Australians with partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia and Africa, supporting them to achieve locally led development goals.
Australian volunteers work with partner organisations on a range of law and legal services projects. If you’re interested in cross-cultural exchange, experiencing new opportunities and challenging yourself, learn more about how you can become an Australian volunteer. Assignments are suited to skilled volunteers who are willing to share their skills and knowledge, be flexible and adaptable, and contribute to build capacity in the local context.
Whether you're looking to volunteer in-country or remotely, check out our assignments in the legal sector. and discover the right fit for you.
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Practical support so you can focus on your assignment
- Volunteers receive an accommodation allowance and a living allowance for daily expenses like food and internet. We also cover flights, insurance and more.
- We provide extensive support including 24/7 emergency assistance, psycho-social support, comprehensive travel insurance and on the ground support from our country teams.
- We support volunteers' professional development, cultural awareness, and international connections with learning opportunities at all stages of the volunteer journey, including a comprehensive pre-departure briefing.
'You feel like you're really included in the community'
Australian volunteer Legal Mentor Maddie Spain supported a gender equality project in Timor-Leste. 'What I've come to realise,' reflects Maddie, 'is that the measure of success is in the day-to-day interactions.'
Skills we're looking for
Volunteers support locally led law and legal services programs in a range of organisations. Help strengthen the capacity of legal professionals working in the public and private sector. As well as technical skills, we're seeking volunteers who can showcase:
- Adaptability
- Resilience
- Cultural sensitivity
- Relationship-building
If you think you have the right skills, experience and attitude, check out our latest law and legal services assignments.
Find your perfect assignment
Our partners are always looking for skilled volunteers, and roles change regularly.
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How we support law volunteers
Financial support
Find out about the allowances and reimbursements provided to volunteers.
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Learn moreLearning & development
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Learn moreDiversity and Inclusion
The Australian Volunteers Program is committed to ensuring that volunteers and partners can safely and equitably participate in the program, regardless of their identity. Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey, and we actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer.
Learn about our commitment to inclusion
'With a volunteer assignment, you will have the flexibility to make it whatever you want'
Australian volunteer Criminal Unit Support Lawyer Jake Marusich shares his experience supporting the Public Solicitor's Office in the Solomon Islands.
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Compliance and Enforcement Mentor
Compliance Officer
Legal Mentor
