2019 World University Games, Italy

I have done gymnastics for 14 years and have been fortunate enough to be able to travel the world representing my country, to countries such as Azerbaijan, Canada, Germany and Qatar. This year I have been selected to represent New Zealand at my first multi-sport event, the 2019 World University Games. This event will host around 9500 athletes from all over the globe, making it the second largest multi-sport event behind the Olympic Games. Unfortunately due to team restrictions and a lack of government funding the cost of this trip has come to $10,000. I have currently saved $3000 but it is a long and difficult road to achieving the full sum.

I currently have a part-time job in Auckland Council's customer services department, and I study politics at university part-time also. On top of that I train up to 30 hours a week at gymnastics. This is a massive financial responsibility for me to commit to as a 19 year old but I believe the experience that I will gain from this competition will outweigh the financial burden its causing.

Any donations you give will go straight towards basic costs such as flights, accommodation, uniform, participation fees and management fees (to cover the costs of my coach and admin).

I look forward to sharing my experiences with you, and thank you to anyone who chooses to donate.

Harvey