Who we are
Welcome to the Otago Student Volunteer Army!
As students from both The University of Otago and Otago Polytechnic we come from a variety of volunteering backgrounds.
Our mission is to enhance the culture of meaningful volunteering in Otago, bridging the gap between students in Dunedin and their wider community. Alongside the Student Volunteer Army Foundation Trust, we endeavour to honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi in our practices and commit to working towards the Sustainable Development Goals with our projects.
Yezen (Vice-President), and Hannah (Volunteer Manager)
Our Kaupapa
As a club, we want to give back and support our local communities, as well as develop our members to thrive from the experience. To achieve this, we aim to bring accessible volunteer opportunities to Otago students so we can truly connect with others beyond the tertiary campuses.
We strive to partner with existing organisations that share our values and goals, by providing the necessary people power to combat the different issues these organisations are tackling with their mahi.
In 2022, we will continue growing our club, expanding platoons, and fostering significant relationships such organisations throughout Otago and beyond.
How to get involved
There are multiple ways for you to get involved.
To volunteer with us, no experience is necessary. We ensure a safe environment for you to help in and can guide you as you go. Simply sign up on the SVA mobile app and select “University of Otago and Otago Polytechnic” to see our upcoming events and platoons. You can also keep up to date with our latest activities through our social media pages. Make sure to turn on notifications!
Let’s collaborate; we love working with a variety of organisations to collectively contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals. The best way to contact us is through email at otagoclub@sva.org.nz
We greatly appreciate the sponsorship of local organisations who provide the necessary resources for us to continue giving back to our communities. If you would like to support us in this way please email us at otagoclub@sva.org.nz
Spread the word! Share your SVA experience with others and let others know how they too can get involved!