Karishma's experience volunteering in Australia

Karishma - 20 May 2023

Volunteering is a great way to get started in a new country, helping students to practice English and learn about Australian culture. International students, like Karishma, find that volunteering also offers them a chance to build their support network as they meet new friends and professional contacts on campus and across our local communities. There are a lot of volunteer opportunities available at the University, online and in the local community.

Watch this video to hear about Karishma's experience volunteering in Australia. Find out what she got out of volunteering, what opportunities are available at Federation campuses and how volunteering could benefit you.

Want to know more? Visit the Federation Advantage website to see how you can use volunteering as a way to succeed while studying at Federation University.

Meet the author: Karishma

Karishma is a current PhD candidate currently studying at Federation University's Mt Helen Campus. Her research focuses on the 'Circular Economy' and recycling within the 4R framework. Throughout her studies, she's expressed a keen interest in supporting the university and local community by volunteering and has been recognised for her effort by the Federation Advantage program.