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The SAIL Programme (Student Ambassadors as Intercultural Leaders) was first piloted with the support of Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao in 2020. It has since been delivered to school and tertiary education partners up and down the motu. 

SAIL provides leadership opportunities and intercultural learning for both international and domestic students. Through the co-planning and delivery of a social event, international students enjoy social connections with local students, who, in turn, benefit from a truly unique global citizenship experience. 

The SAIL Award is distinguished by its capacity to bring international and domestic students together for a shared purpose. The desire for International students to have more meaningful relationships with local students has been a longstanding issue.  

The training, which can be customised for individual providers, includes a workshop, booklet, and follow-up debrief with programme participants. It can be delivered as a stand-alone programme or as a specialised extension of a current student buddy/campus coach programme. To learn more about the ����������Ѱ� SAIL Programme, please email admin@isana.nz.

We’re delighted to share these heartwarming reports from recent SAIL Programmes taking place across the motu.

University of Canterbury (left): A group of 60+ people trekked out to Little River for a wonderful Ambassador-led stargazing experience. They were happy to report clear skies and perfect conditions.

Morrinsville College (middle): These Student Ambassadors excelled in baking for charity and headed out into the community selling their homemade, decorated cupcakes. All the money they made was donated to Cancer Society Daffodil Day.

Hamilton Girls’ High School (right): The Student Ambassadors organised a massive 400-strong cultural dance evening which featured a rich variety of cultural performances.

"The University of Canterbury Accommodation Services has developed our Student Ambassador Programme over the past three years in partnership with ISANA. This has led to a wonderful range of activity designed to support intercultural understanding and in doing so, support our international residents within halls. Opportunities for students across all levels to develop leadership capabilities in this context has opened doors for many current and future roles as well as enhance our campus communities." 

Greg Scott, Director Accommodation Service, University of Canterbury

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"In 2025, as part of our leadership training for our International Leadership Team, we used the ����������Ѱ� SAIL (Students Ambassadors as Intercultural Leaders) programme. While our International Leadership Team are outstanding at providing support for our international students, taking parting in the SAIL Programme has given them the tools to understand, connect and support international visitors to our school. They understand the importance of building those bridges between domestic and international students and facilitating activities that can advance this. All in all, and outstanding programme to run with aspiring leaders in your institution."

Colleen Steyn, Director International College, Middleton Grange School

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