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The best summer volunteer programs for high school students abroad
Make the most of your school holiday with an international volunteer trip. GVI offers a range of summer volunteer programs for high school students abroad. What does summer mean to you – sun, fun, and long lazy days? Or sun, fun, and making a genuine impact in the...
International Day of Education
The 24th January has been declared as the International Day of Education by the United Nations. This day is a part of promoting the number 4 Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning...
Why volunteering is the best kind of group travel
Original photo: "Sunset Human Dawn" by Wahlershaeuser is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Day one of your tour, you wake up jetlagged. You yawn, thinking about the long itinerary for the day. The sunny view you were anticipating burns your eyes and bed bugs have given you...
Keeping girls in school: Contributing to gender equality in India through education
Access to quality education is key to ensuring women have access to work opportunities, decent healthcare, and representation in political and economic processes. In India, there are initiatives in place to give girls the same level of education as their male peers....
Can we contribute to sea turtle conservation?
Sea turtles face many challenges, making them some of the most vulnerable of all endangered animals. It’s worth knowing more about sea turtles and how their well-being can affect us too. They’ve been around for millions of years, forging their place in both marine and...
Top seven internship abroad advantages
Completing an internship overseas can give you an edge in an increasingly competitive job market. Here are seven internship abroad advantages you’ll enjoy with GVI. The bigger the challenge, the greater the reward. Doing an internship abroad can be much more...
Turn your travels into tales: Learn how to become a freelance writer
You’ve done the travelling and now you want to know how to become a freelance writer. Or maybe you’ve already given writing a go but haven’t yet seen much success. Why not learn to write better, make an impact with your words and turn your travels into tales by...
Back to school: How to motivate high school students to learn
Finding fool-proof ways to motivate high school students can make all the difference, and take you from struggling student-wrangler to engaging educator. With motivation being such a key factor to the success of any student it’s good to know that there are some...
Gain career confidence with a gap year internship
Gap years with a difference can help you gain the experience you need to feel confident in any career. You may be struggling to gain the practical skills you need to get a job, or want to feel more confident about your capabilities. Gap year opportunities provide...
What are the different types of volunteer opportunities?
The many different types of volunteer opportunities available can mean you’re overwhelmed with options. There are many different ways for you to make an impact. As an enthusiastic volunteer, you can pour your energy into projects ranging from marine conservation to...
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