VIA | Volunteers in Asia

Transcending Boundaries,
Transforming Lives

Join rich, immersive, cross-cultural learning experiences in the US and Asia.

60+ Years

Of cultural exchange and community building

27+ Nations

Representing primarily the US, East and Southeast Asia

12,000 Members

Program alumni, volunteers, and collaborators

100+ Partners

across the world spanning across six decades

Inspiring self awareness, creativity, and connections across cultures since 1963

For over 60 years, VIA has sought to provide rich, immersive, cross-cultural learning experiences in the US and Asia that transcend boundaries, transform lives, and strengthen our global community.

Upcoming Programs

Discover your leadership potential and start your social impact journey with VIA!

Discovering Culture & Health Care
5 - 20 daysSpring
Silicon Valley, California, USA
Univ. Students
The Discovering Culture & Health Care (DCH) Program introduces current challenges and social issues shaping the US health care system…
Explorer
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Exploring Social Innovation
5 - 20 daysSpring
Silicon Valley, California, USA
Univ. Students / Professionals
The Exploring Social Innovation (ESI) program brings together a diverse cohort of 12-20 students and young professionals from across Asia…
Explorer
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Our Partners

Leveraging six decades of experience in cross-cultural experiential learning, VIA collaborates with individuals and institutions to develop community-oriented programming that equips emerging social impact leaders with skill sets and mindsets to address complex human challenges.

BEAM Education Foundation
Fukuoka Futaba High School
Meiji University
Parami University
Rikkyo University

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