Reflection from Deakin University student Ria Pillai
December 21, 2020
Ria Pillai is a third year Deakin University student studying a Bachelor of International Studies, majoring in Politics.
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Happy Holidays from AVI
December 17, 2020
As 2020 draws to a close, I want to thank you, our valued supporters and partners for your ongoing commitment and engagement.
Message from AVI CEO Melanie Gow
November 27, 2020
It is with great joy that I write this first note to you, AVI’s valued supporters, as I settle into my new role as Chief Executive Officer of this remarkable organisation.
AVI CEO Paul Bird hands over to newly appointed Chief Executive, Melanie Gow
October 30, 2020
Early next month, after an incredible five and a half years at the helm, AVI’s CEO Paul Bird will hand over to the organisation’s newly appointed Chief Executive, Melanie Gow.
Keeping pace in a rapidly changing world
September 28, 2020
Traditionally, the words ‘Highly Innovative’ have not been deemed synonymous with Australia’s not-for-profit (NFP) sector.
Thank you to our donors & supporters
July 31, 2020
It’s safe to say 2020 is a year none of us will readily forget and yet it’s hard to believe we’re only just past halfway through.
The spirit of solidarity is alive
July 31, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted on all of our lives, no matter where we live on Earth.
Why we desperately need to build more ‘bridging’ capital
June 25, 2020
With the oldest living Indigenous culture, over 300 cultural backgrounds and languages spoken, and nearly half the population with at least one parent born overseas (as I do), Australia is considered one of the most multicultural nations.
SkillsBank set to transform skilled online volunteering
May 28, 2020
As an organisation that exists to bring people together to share knowledge and build capacity where it’s needed most, the impact of COVID-19 has challenged our very ethos.
How AVI is responding to COVID-19
March 27, 2020
As an organisation that exists to bring people together to share knowledge and build capacity where it’s needed most, the impact of COVID-19 has challenged our very ethos.
Speaking to children about COVID-19
March 27, 2020
As conversations around Coronavirus (COVID-19) continue, children may worry about themselves, their family, and friends getting ill.
Message from AVI’s CEO on COVID-19
March 13, 2020
At its core, AVI is driven by an ethos that puts people first. From the volunteers we mobilise to staff in partner organisations and our own staff based in 29 countries right around the world.
AVI’s vision for Australia’s new International Development Policy
February 23, 2020
Last Friday, AVI proudly lodged its submission on Australia’s new international development policy. We applaud the government for inviting input from organisations that deeply care about the Australian government’s commitment to poverty alleviation, human rights, climate justice and inclusive economic development.
People-first the way forward in development
February 19, 2020
On Friday 14 February, 2020, AVI lodged a submission on Australia’s new international development policy, building on our response to DFAT’s review of Australia’s soft power strengths and capabilities.
2020 – the year for Climate Action
January 30, 2020
Traditionally, as we draw the year to a close, we celebrate – with colleagues, family and friends. Physically and mentally, we wind down, welcoming the holiday season as a time to rest, reflect and rejuvenate for the year ahead.
Holiday message from AVI CEO Paul Bird
December 20, 2019
This year, at the Committee for Melbourne dinner, the CEO of Telstra, Andy Penn, stated that we will never experience this slow rate of change again. This is little comfort given our lives continue to get faster and busier and we find ourselves ever time poor, especially for ourselves, friends and family.
Forum annual conference held in Rwanda
November 29, 2019
Each year since 1964, the International Volunteering for Development agencies have come together to network, build relationships, share knowledge and work together to achieve better outcomes and advocate for this modality as effective and sustainable development.
Celebrating 30 years of child rights
November 20, 2019
1989 marked the year that, amidst the chaos and turbulence of global politics, the world paused to reflect and make a momentous commitment – to recognise and protect the rights of children.
Meet AVI’s Child Protection team
November 20, 2019
As we pause to reflect the 30th anniversary of the UN’s Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), we asked AVI’s Child Protection team what it means to them.
Dr Ian ‘Macca’ Angus Stuart McDonald
October 30, 2019
At AVI we know that we stand on the shoulders of giants. Earlier this month, we lost one of the greatest. Dr Ian ‘Macca’ Angus Stuart McDonald was a giant of giants.
Postcards from the Edge: Solomon Islands
October 18, 2019
AVI is delighted to share this recent except from the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine’s publication ‘Your ED’ – featuring College Fellow and Australian volunteer Dr Donna Mills.
