Giving a way of life | A Gallery from Here Now | RNZ National

Giving is a way of life for Vanisa Dhiru. Helping the homeless and women’s rights are among many causes championed by this inspirational Indian New Zealander. Lynda Chanwai-Earle follows Vanisa as she fires up students at Victoria University to become leaders and givers too.

Dressed for Fair Trade Fortnight at the Trade Aid store in 2008.

Vanisa's role models - female family members including her grandmother mother and cousins

Finalist for Miss Indian New Zealand participating to shed her fear of public speaking.

Vanisa Dhiru aged 5 years old photo courtesy Vanisa Dhiru

Images of giving throughout her 3.5 years as CEO of Volunteering New Zealand

Vanisa and Jane Fletcher Assistant Manager Careers and Employment Victoria University

IVLP programme with the US Embassy with seven Asia Pacific community leaders studying women and community development 2013. Photo taken at Utah State Capitol in Salt Lake City.

Inspirational role model speaking to students of the Victoria Plus Programme

Vanisa with Victoria University students Touasi Tiwok (left) and Carissa Corlett (right)

In the Quad Vanisa Dhiru Alumni Victoria University (2)

In the Quad Vanisa Dhiru Alumni Victoria University.

Inspirational role model speaking to students of the Victoria Plus Programme.

Vanisa speaking about digital inclusion under her new role as Executive Director of the 2020 Trust.

Vanisa's guide to success.

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