Volunteering New Zealand is a membership association of New Zealand organisations that have a commitment to volunteering. Our membership includes national volunteer involving organisations, volunteer centres and other organisations. Our aspiration for Aotearoa New Zealand: Volunteering is valued as part of who we are as a nation. We thrive and are enriched by the goodwill of volunteers in every community and their contribution and impact is recognised and supported. Our aspiration for Volunteering New Zealand: A large and diverse membership and our strong partnerships with government, iwi/Māori, communities and business enable us to transform volunteering in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our purpose: We are kaitiaki of Mahi Aroha, empowering volunteers to enrich Aotearoa New Zealand. The kaupapa that drives us: Manaakitanga: We care, we nurture, we grow. Whakawhanaungatanga: We build connections, and meaningful and enduring relationships. Inspire by example: We are bold and enterprising. High expectations: We set the bar high for ourselves and others.