During his visit, James met a young girl named Polyne, whose dreams of playing football and becoming a nurse were hindered by the lack of food in her community. This experience gave James a new perspective on life and inspired him to take action. As a Youth Ambassador for the World Vision 40-Hour Challenge, he is now traveling to schools across the lower North Island, encouraging students to go offline for 40 hours and raise funds to support children affected by hunger in the Solomon Islands.
Reflecting on his time in the Solomon Islands, James noted the self-focused nature of New Zealand society and emphasized the importance of empathy and gratitude. He has a history of taking on challenges to support the World Vision campaign, including kayaking the length of Lake Wanaka and living in a cage for 40 hours. This year, he plans to go offline for 40 hours while filming 40 conversations about hope, aiming to showcase the power of human connection and storytelling.
The World Vision 40-Hour Challenge, running from June 13-15, invites participants to sign up and donate to support children in need. James hopes that his efforts will inspire others to make a difference and help children like Polyne pursue their dreams. By giving back and connecting with others, he believes we can create a more compassionate and inclusive world.
