Embarking on the short-term programme facilitated by CRCC Asia was an enlightening journey that offered a comprehensive plunge into the cultural depths of South Korea and Japan. I discovered this opportunity through my University email and was intrigued by the rich itinerary that promised a blend of traditional and modern experiences. The actual encounter not…Continue Reading Hemi’s Report – (2024)
This trip was definitely an eye-opening experience and a refreshing approach to travel for me. Whenever anyone asks me about travel plans, it’s always just to the islands; however, this has truly sparked my interest in a world outside my own. The program was indeed full on, and although I was told before that there…Continue Reading Mata’s Report – (2024)
I found out about this program one random day while checking my emails. I already had an interest in Japanese and Korean pop culture, so the title of the email stood out to me, and I applied for fun. Because this was my first time travelling anywhere further than the Pacific Islands and with a…Continue Reading Byron’s Report – (2024)
I originally came across this opportunity through a simple email. Applied. And by miracle, found myself accepted. I’d come into it with narrowed expectations on Japan and the wonders it would bring. South Korea was a mystery for me, until it became an absolute beast of it’s own. It blew me away in every aspect,…Continue Reading Kieran’s Report – (2024)
I found out about the short-term pop culture experience through an email from 360 International. When I saw the email was for a funded opportunity, I jumped at the chance to apply, as experiencing Korean and Japanese culture has been a lifelong dream of mine. My expectations of the trip were very high, and I…Continue Reading Tristan’s Report – (2024)
Tell us about your experience on this programme This was an amazing experience that definitely exceeded my expectations! Learning about the Fijian traditions and customs while being fully immersed in the culture was truly humbling and greatly interesting. The persepctives I gained were to be more open to new experiences while also being grateful for…Continue Reading Meleana’s Report – Sport Development Project (2024)
Tell us about your experience on this programme I found the project through an email sent about Think Pacific partnering with the University of Auckland. I was nervous about the travel and I didn’t know what to expect from it. However, I loved every moment of it and it is a life experience I will…Continue Reading Samiuela’s Report – Youth Empowerment Project (2024)
Tell us about your experience on this programme This week I came back home to Auckland from the most transformative, inspiring and touching experience of my life. Through The University of Auckland, I had the opportunity to go overseas to Fiji and take part in the Youth Empowerment Volunteer Project with Think Pacific. When I…Continue Reading Myer’s Report – Youth Empowerment Project (2024)
Tell us about your experience on this programme I learned about this program from a random CDES email about summer internships. As a Pacific (Samoan) person and a BA student specialising in Pacific Studies, Organisational Studies and Sustainability, Think Pacific’s Fiji experience stood out to me. I’ve always wanted to work within Pacific communities. I…Continue Reading Emily’s Report – Youth Empowerment Project (2023)
Tell us about your experience on this programme Bula! From landing in Nandi to leaving our village, I had thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It was my first time in Fiji, and I was super excited to learn about indigenous Fijian culture and practices! While we were in the village, the sections of each day, being…Continue Reading Kat’s Report – Youth Empowerment Project (2024)