Sam received global recognition in 2010 when he founded the Student Volunteer Army (SVA), a social movement focused on volunteerism and crisis response in the aftermath of the Canterbury earthquakes.
His energy and ability to mobilise thousands of people to create a positive force in the community has been acknowledged with numerous awards, including Young New Zealander of the Year and Communicator of the Year. SVA has grown to be active in 250 secondary schools across Aotearoa as well as several Australian states, continuing its work in responding to disasters. Sam is now using his entrepreneurial experience and passion to support business and community projects across Aotearoa.
Check out Sam Johnson one of our Champions for Change profiles in our 150th Alumni Showcase here.