Hi! I have recently returned from a trip to Fiji & absolutely fell in love with the people & the culture over there. Fijian people are truly the happiest, friendliest people you will ever meet.

Whilst visiting I did a day trip Yaro Village - located on Malolo Island (part of the Mamanuca Island group in Fiji). I was so touched by my visit here - I met the most beautiful community of people & got to visit and spend time with the kids that attend the kindergarten of Yaro Village. They are so kind, positive and rich in life despite of their lifestyle & not having a lot.

I stocked up on stationary & other school supplies in Australia prior to heading over and donated to all the families I could whilst visiting. Each & every child was so grateful, even if they only managed to get 1 single colouring in pencil. It was truly heartwarming & something I’m going to do again in 2024. I am currently organising a trip back to Fiji to volunteer/teach in a local school or childcare for 2 weeks. I will be volunteering with ‘International Volunteer HQ’
(*at this stage it is yet to confirm which school I will be teaching at, however I will be keeping this page updated)

Schools in Fiji receive very minimal government funding and there are substantial needs in all areas of educational assistance, school resources/learning supplies, community development, infrastructure and vocational support.

I am hoping to fundraise some money to donate to the local schools so they are able to put it towards basic school refurbishment & bettering the education for the students. I would also like to buy some more supplies to take over & donate to school such as books, stationary & medical/first aid supplies.

I do appreciate that not everyone may be in a position to be able to help out, but I kindly urge you, whatever little you donate, it means a lot to the lovely children & families of Fiji. If you're struggling yourself and can't spare any money, I appreciate you reading this & please consider sharing this page with your friends/ networks as your contribution - it would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you in advance for your generosity in supporting me in raising money to help provide a better education & schooling experience for the children of Fiji. Thank you for helping to make a positive change & for supporting me on this journey!

much love,
lauren! X