Goal
Global volunteering supports locally-led change and the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals
Objective
Australia has strong, mutual relationships with people and communities across the Pacific, Asia and Africa that contribute to achieving equitable development outcomes
End of program outcomes
Partner organisations are supported to progress their development objectives
Key stakeholders in Australia and partner countries appreciate the value of volunteering
Program participants gain greater cultural awareness and build stronger connections across countries
Intermediate outcomes
Partner organisations have strengthened their capacity and gained from the program
Partner organisations have a strategic rationale for participation in the program, provide a safe and productive working environment, and contribute to quality assignments
Relevant and diverse partnerships with partner organisations are established, maintained and supported by DFAT, the program and Australian organisations
The benefit of volunteering is recognized and promoted by partner organisations, Australian organisations, volunteers and DFAT to their networks
Innovations, learning and program achievements are promoted and shared in the international volunteering and development community by the program and key stakeholders
Innovative approaches to, and alternative models of volunteering are designed and tested to expand the program's reach and adaptive capability
Program participants gain professionally and personally
Volunteers complete their assignment well and learn from their partner organisation
The program is inclusive of and accessible to a diverse range of people
Guiding Principles
- Value volunteering
- Support locally-led capacity strengthening
- Build strong relationship and partnerships
- Evolve best practice and embrace innovation
- Enhance diversity and inclusion
- Ensure accountabliilty and value learning