Update on the National Student Situation - 1 August 2024

Last week, the presidents of all university student associations convened to discuss the formation of a new national student body to represent university students in Aotearoa. This action has been taken due to NZUSA’s inability to represent students in this space at the current time. Consequently, a group has been established to fulfill this role, comprising members from all university student associations and partner national student representative equity groups.

In light of this development, as of August 1st, 2024, VUWSA has officially withdrawn from NZUSA, effective immediately. This decision was informed by several factors, primarily the significant financial risks and liabilities associated with our continued membership.