Support my academic journey to go on exchange to Bocconi University, Italy

I have been accepted to study abroad for a semester at Bocconi University in Milan, Italy, through Victoria University's exchange partnership program, from August 2026 to January 2027. I'm a second-year student studying marketing and management at VUW.

I'm setting up this page to raise support to fund my exchange, as the estimated living costs are approximately $18–$20k NZD. I would love your support, as this is a unique experience. I would greatly appreciate your contribution as little as a cup of coffee. I will send a beautiful "thank-you from Italy" postcard to anyone who contributes $100 or more!

This exchange would give me exposure to European education, which differs from New Zealand's. Bocconi is ranked among the top 3 European Business Universities, and I have worked hard to land this opportunity by attending the Wellington International Leadership Program, which included 12 seminars, 5 speaker events, and 50+ hours of voluntary contributions to the program.

I'm also volunteering to support local businesses in Lower Hutt by using the marketing knowledge and skills I've gained in the classroom and turning them into real output by helping small businesses build an online social media presence.

I appreciate your support, as it will go a long way!