Volunteering in Fiji

We have listed below our top six personal takeaways we have experienced on our volunteering journey so far, with a table of some of the opportunities and organizations within Fiji with their individual links for further information.  These range from environmental, Healthcare, Community, Animals, Education, and NGOs.

6 Personal Takeaways

1. It Provides you with a sense of purpose – Become something greater than yourself, by working towards an endeavor that benefits others.
2. Provides a sense of community – A community spirit, individuals come together at the beginning and leave as an extended member of the Fijian family.  Working together for the benefit of others.   One person’s action can make a substantial difference to a whole community.
3. Helps you meet new friends – As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to meet a diverse group of new people from all walks of life, different ages, different professions, and different cultures from around the world.  We have made several lifelong friends through our adventures that we may not have met otherwise, enriching our lives well beyond the volunteering experience. Life Changing
4. Increases your social skills – While some people are naturally outgoing, others are shy and have a hard time meeting new people. Volunteering gives you the opportunity to practice and develop your social skills since you are meeting regularly with a group of people with common interests.
5. Teaches you valuable skills – The training and hands-on experience you gain while volunteering can help you learn new skills as well as build upon ones you already have.
6. Gets you out of your comfort zone – Through volunteer work, you may overcome the personal challenges of leaving your comfort zone and doing something new with people you may not know. You may be faced with various problems to solve as a volunteer that require you to exercise critical thinking skills that aid your own personal development.

Environmental Volunteer Organizations

	Org	Wks	Title	Description
Agriculture
Conservation Work
Energy and Water		1	Rainwater Harvesting and Water Security in Fiji	On this community development project, you will assist in maximising water security in the Dawasamu region of Fiji.
Marine Conservation		2 +	Marine Conservation	Comprising more than 330 islands, 4,000 square miles of reefs, and 1,500 species of sea life, the Marine Research & Conservation program conducts underwater surveys and supports the villagers and communities in learning about marine conservation and sustainable fishing practices.
		4-12	Marine Conservation Internship in Fiji	On this instructive internship, you will spend time diving in the tropical waters in the Dawasamu District, while participating in local conservation efforts.
		4-12	Coral Reef Ecology and Conservation Internship in Fiji	Develop your professional and leadership skills while working on coral reef ecology and conservation initiatives in Dawasamu, Fiji.
		2-12	Coral Reef Research in Fiji	Dive into the crystal blue waters of the South Pacific Ocean and contribute to coral reef preservation efforts in Fiji.
		2-12	Marine Conservation Expedition in Fiji	Learn to dive in the warm waters of Dawasamu, while directly contributing to conservation efforts in the region.
		4-24	Marine conservation research fellowship in Fiji	Carry out research that contributes to healthy marine ecosystems
		24	PADI Divemaster and Marine Conservation Apprenticeship in Oceania and the Thai Islands	Earn your PADI Divemaster certification while exploring the waters surrounding the islands of Fiji and Thailand.
		24	PADI Divemaster and Marine Conservation Apprenticeship in the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea	Start your professional diving career by earning your PADI Divemaster while exploring the underwater worlds of both Fiji and Mexico.
		2-12	Tropical Marine Biology and Conservation in Fiji	Learn to dive in the beautiful waters of the Dawasamu District while supporting community efforts towards sustainable marine resources.
		2-12	Climate Change and Coral Bleaching in Fiji	Contribute to coral reef recovery research and other marine conservation initiatives in the Dawasamu District, Fiji.
		2 +	Shark Conservation Volunteering in Fiji	Explore the underwater world of the South Pacific sharks in our marine conservation project
		2 +	Volunteer Shark Conservation in Fiji for Teenagers	Help protect endangered sharks, earn a diving qualification, and make new friends from all over the world
Sustainable Fishing		4-24	Sustainable fishing internship in Fiji	Learn about sustainable fishing and other marine conservation initiatives in Fiji.
		2-12	Sustainable fishing volunteering in Fiji	Contribute to fish security on this sustainable fishing program in Fiji.

Healthcare Volunteer Organizations

	Org	Wks	Title	Description
Medical Training		1-4	Medical Clinic on Viti Levu	Medical Volunteering in Fiji: The hospitals in Fiji welcome an extra pair of hands and will value your specialist skills and experience.
		1-2	CWM Hospital in Suva	Medical Volunteering in Fiji: The hospitals in Fiji welcome an extra pair of hands and will value your specialist skills and experience.
		1-4	Lautoka Hospital	Medical Volunteering in Fiji: The hospitals in Fiji welcome an extra pair of hands and will value your specialist skills and experience.
		4-12	Global Health Internship in Fiji	Assist in delivering global public health workshops to the local community in Dawasamu, where you will gain real-life experience to expand your career development in the field of public health.
		1-12	Volunteer Public Health Project in Fiji	Public health support is a major benefit to any local community. This program aims to enrich the Dawasamu community through initiatives encouraging a healthier way of living.
		1 +	Medical Internships Fiji	Use your skills and experience to help lend a hand in under resourced medical clinics and hospitals in Fiji. Experience first hand the healthcare challenges faced by developing countries and truly make a difference in the lives of others while gaining a unique and cultural experience.
		1 +	Healthcare Project Coral Coast, Fiji	Teach simple lessons in basic hygiene and healthy living. Help towards the prevention of many avoidable health problems and easily communicable diseases by performing health checks and education to Fijian locals.
		4	The Public Health Project	Our 1-month Public Health project is a challenging and purposeful team adventure jam-packed with culture, new perspectives and self-developing experience.
		2 - 4	The Mental Health Project	Our 1-month & 16-day Mental Health Project is a challenging and purposeful team adventure jam-packed with culture, new perspectives and self-developing experience.
Nutrition and Food		2 +	Nutrition & Public Health Program Fiji	Travel with purpose and help combat malnutrition and public health issues in Fiji. If you have an interest or background in nutrition, dietetics, nursing, physiotherapy and community health we are running set intakes providing free health services to people in need. You'll have guidance from a qualified in country practitioner.

Community Volunteer Organizations

	Org	Wks	Title	Description
Childcare		2-12	Early Childhood Development in Fiji	On this program, which is based in Dawasamu, you will gain practical experience in the educational field of early childhood development.
		2 +	Volunteer Community Work in Fiji for Teenagers	Experience traditional village life and help young kids learn through play at a kindergarten or school
Construction		2 +	Christian Building Team	Whether you have practical skills or not, we can help you get involved with volunteer building work in Fiji. Contact us to discuss your situation, which could be for yourself, your family, friends, church or other groups.
		1 +	Volunteer Construction Coral Coast	Support local communities by bringing your creativity and physical labour to build new structures for children and local communities to improve the quality of life for Fijian locals in Suva & Sigatoka, Fiji's adventure capital.
		2 - 8	Construction And Renovation In Fiji	A great project to keep you active, fit and creative. Bring all your creative energy to renew and build beautiful structures for children and local communities.
		1-12	Construction and Renovation in Sigatoka	Assist on maintenance and building tasks in local schools that often can’t pay for their required upkeep. Get your hands dirty and work hard, helping to improve classrooms and facilities for local school children.
		2 - 4	Construction Project in Fiji	Join a project in Fiji and experience the unique culture, customs and way of life in the South Pacific islands.
Culture and Arts		4-12	Community Development Internship in Fiji	Immerse yourself in the local culture and contribute to community development projects in the South Pacific.
		24	International Development Apprenticeship in Fiji	Kickstart your international development career while immersing yourself in the Fijian culture and exploring a gorgeous tropical island landscape.
		2 +	Creating Sustainable Communities	Aimed at improving basic living conditions and achieving sustainability the program assists with various activities such as improving access to sufficient freshwater sources, the education of communities in resource management, environmental initiatives, sustainable agriculture practices and assisting in the set-up of micro enterprises.
		1 +	Community Volunteer Work in Fiji	Learn about Fijian life and culture by immersing yourself in daily village life
		1 +	Woman & Children Commune Fiji	Provide well needed care and support for this community made up of almost 400 people from dis-advantaged backgrounds. Home to predominantly single mums, their children and some extended family, it is a place which will greatly benefit from an extra set of hands. Volunteers from all backgrounds and skills are needed.
		1 +	Cultural Orientation Week Coral Coast	Enjoy a week to settle in to your new surroundings and learn about the culture and customs in Fiji in either Suva or Pacific Harbour areas. Get to know your fellow volunteers and and take part in organised excursions, walking tours, cooking, art & language classes.
		1 - 4	Cultural Week In Fiji	The best way to embrace Fiji is in Sigatoka, where you will get familiar with the culture and people of Fiji. During this week we will explain the do’s and don’ts regarding safety and transport.
Orphanage		1 +	Orphanage Volunteer	The Orphanage placement will have you working in a local childrens home caring for children (under supervision) from new born all the way up to 20 years of age and awaiting adoption. You can help around the home (laundry, cooking), playing games with the toddlers and helping the older kids with homework.
Social Work		1-12	Community Development Expedition in Fiji	Assist with the implementation of livelihood strategies to protect the environment for the benefit of future generations of the Dawasamu district.
		1 +	First Aid & Disaster Management	Work together with the local community to prepare and respond to disasters, community development, first aid, homeless and mental health assistance, vulnerable community assistance and emergency response programs in the Lautoka / Nadi regions.
Women Empowerment

Animals Volunteer Organizations

	Org	Wks	Title	Description
Marine Life
Primate Conservation
Street Animals		1 +	Volunteering for Animals Fiji	Many local animals shelters are in desperate need of caring animal lovers to assist with the maintenance and care of unwanted animals including community education, outreach and adoption services
Wildlife Conservation

Educational Volunteer Organizations.

	Org	Wks	Title	Description
Teaching		4-12	Teaching Internship in Fiji	Gain practical teaching experience while coordinating educational activities in Fiji.
		2 +	Children, Schools & Education	The schools in the remote Yasawa Islands are under-resourced. Vinaka Fiji supports the local schools and teachers by assisting with classroom teaching (in English based on the Fijian National curriculum), through basic classwork, literacy, and educational activities such as the One on One Reading Recovery Program making a huge difference in young readers lives.
		1 +	English Teaching Coral Coast, Fiji	You don't have to be an experienced teacher to become a volunteer teacher in Fiji. All applications are welcome! Experienced teachers are also very welcome. Help broaden the awareness of children from poorer backgrounds
		2 - 8	Teaching Project In Fiji	Visit this beautiful Island town of Sigatoka in Fiji and teach children of various age groups to make a worthwhile contribution to their lives.
		1 - 12	Teaching in Sigatoka	Volunteer in schools or after school tutorials, helping locals to deliver a better quality education in classes of up to 50 students.
Primary School		2 +	Volunteer Community Work in Fiji for Teenagers	Experience traditional village life and help young kids learn through play at a kindergarten or school
		1 +	Fiji Remote Island Teaching	A truly unique, raw and exclusive local Fijian experience! This Island lies in the outer regions of the Mamanuca Islands, approximately 1 hour fast ferry from the mainland. It is a volcanic island, with a steep, grass covered interior, rocky coastline and long sandy beaches. You’ll have full access to and will take part in one of the few traditional Fijian island villages left in this region.
		1 +	Kindergarten Volunteering Coral Coast, Fiji	Encourage children to learn and grow creatively. Be embraced by and become an important part of the local community.
		2 - 8	Kindergarten In Fiji	Visit this beautiful island country to teach basic English alphabet, numbers, and rhymes including arts and crafts to tiny toddlers. Bring lots of creativity along with you and make some great friends!
		1 - 12	Kindergarten in Sigatoka
Special Needs		1 +	Special Needs School Assistance Fiji	Teach vocational skills, computer training, speech therapy, physiotherapy, music therapy, singing, dancing, arts & crafts, physical education in special needs schools in and around Nadi and Lautoka Fiji.
Sports		1 +	Sports Teaching Coral Coast, Fiji	Teach your favourite sport to enthusiastic kids, alongside a local coach!
		1-12	Sports Education in Sigatoka	Organize and play sport with local school children during class time or on after school programs. Join in yourself, help to develop their fitness and teach teamwork and skills.
		2 - 4	The Sport Development Project	Do you have a passion for sport? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to explore that passion with some of the most passionate sports enthusiasts on the planet? If so, our 1-month Sports Project in Fiji could be the most purposeful, adventurous and life-changing month of your life.
Youth Teaching		4-24	Early Childhood Development Research Fellowship in Fiji	Carry out research to advance early childhood development.
		8	Volunteer with Children in Fiji	Work with young children and caregivers in rural communities in Fiji to give children their best start in life.
		8	Volunteer with Children in Thailand and Fiji	Contribute to education and childhood development in Thailand and Fiji.
		4	Youth Empowerment Project	This project is for enthusiastic individuals who want to step out of their comfort zone, experience true cultural immersion and develop their skills, whilst exploring and contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The result is one of the most rewarding and extraordinary experiences of your life.

NGO Support Volunteer Organizations.