Vodafone Calls On Social Entrepreneurs To Make A Difference

The Vodafone New Zealand Foundation is looking for social entrepreneurs who want to make a difference in the lives of young Kiwis and will pay eight individuals to do just that.

The annual World of Difference programme pays the salary and expenses for passionate Kiwis to work full-time for a year with a youth-related charity of their choice.

“The World of Difference programme means I can spend a year focussed on making a dream become a reality,” says current recipient Guy Ryan who is working with the Inspiring Stories Trust.

Ryan uses film to foster innovation, stimulate conversation and enable faster collective learning. He is running workshops with young people nationwide supporting them to produce inspiring stories of young people doing great things in their communities. “With support from the Vodafone Foundation, we can really make a difference.”

Fellow recipient Fiona Hargreaves of 180 Degrees Trust in Christchurch says, “Vodafone’s support is invaluable; it’s enabling me to pilot an agricultural programme with at risk young men. I saw a real need for this service and now I can run it.”

The World of Difference programme is moving into its 10th year. The programme originated in New Zealand and is now replicated across 15 other countries in which Vodafone operates. Globally, over 1,500 people have taken part in the programme.

To find out more or to submit an online application, visit http://foundation.vodafone.co.nz/world-of-difference . Entries close Friday 8 July, 5pm.

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About Vodafone New Zealand Foundation
Established in November 2002, the Vodafone New Zealand Foundation is the charitable arm of Vodafone NZ’s business and aims to encourage positive and healthy outcomes for New Zealanders aged 12 to 24 years.