About Us

Vela Ministries exists to create meaningful, faith-filled service opportunities that connect Australian communities with local partners in Vanuatu. We work alongside Christian schools, families, and individuals to facilitate short-term mission experiences that are safe, respectful, and deeply formative.

Our programs are built on partnership, not charity. We believe lasting impact comes when people serve together with humility, cultural respect, and a shared commitment to growth — both spiritually and practically.

Through education support, community projects, environmental initiatives, and discipleship-focused experiences, Vela Ministries helps people encounter faith in action while supporting local schools and communities in sustainable, community-led ways.