A passion for changing lives
Professionals, students, retirees … World Vision volunteers come from all walks of life, yet they share one common goal: a passion for improving the lives of the world’s poorest people.
4,000 volunteers around Australia contribute their time and skills at all levels of our organisation. In 2007 this contribution was valued at $3,425,120, which translates to sponsorship of 6,783 children for a whole year.
There’s something special about getting involved with World Vision.
"Our volunteers are the lifeblood of the organisation."
Tim Costello, World Vision Australia Chief Executive
Why people like to volunteer for World Vision
Aside from wanting to work with others to overcome poverty, people are inspired to volunteer with World Vision for other reasons:
- Professional service people can represent their company and practise corporate social responsibility, or volunteer as a professional individual
- Students can enjoy meeting other young people and get work experience at the same time
- Those between jobs can make the best of their free time before starting a new job
- Retirees can make good use of years of experience
- Those with spare time can be rewarded with a fulfilling experience.