Welcome to Vinaka Fiji

Vinaka Fiji aims to improve the provision of basic needs and facilities within the various Yasawa Island villages. It does this by direct aid and also acting as a facilitator to bring together those who can help with the landowners and residents of the Yasawa Islands. The voluntourism programs enhance and protect the natural environment by introducing and promoting both sustainable initiatives and practices. Vinaka Fiji, operated by the Yasawa Trust Foundation, uses voluntourism packages that combine a holiday in a truly special part of the world while also providing a helping hand by participating in a Vinaka Fiji program.

Having worked closely with the villagers of the Yasawa Islands for more than ten years, we believe in creating a sustainable future for their people whilst still maintaining their culture and relaxed way of life. Vinaka Fiji works in conjunction with the people of the Yasawas, alongside the Fijian government, to help in the planning and implementation of various projects.

OUR WORK

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.

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.

MARINE RESEARCH & CONSERVATION

Comprising of 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.

* info@vinakafiji.org.fj
* AUS 1800 007 129; NZ 0800 293 766; International +679 999 5512

* Sonya at sonya@ssc.com.fj