2009 GVI Photo Competition - VOTE NOW

JANUARY Julie Tucker 

It is hard to isolate a single highlight from such a fabulous trip but working so closely with the cheetah was an unforgettable experience, this is why I submitted this photograph for the competition.

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FEBRUARY Benjamin Tupper

"My experience with GVI was nothing short of extraordinary. It gave me the chance to work in a beautiful location with incredible people. The practical knowledge I gained in the world of People and Conservation will stay with me for the rest of my life. "

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MARCH Kate Lapides

"What I love most about working with GVI and other similar projects is how working with communities and people around the world who are living so close to the bone offers you a chance to remember the real core of life."

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APRIL Luke Hicks

"Nothing, in my life has compared to that extraordinary wildlife, the people of each remarkable country and mostly the opportunity to contribute to a world that reminded us every morning how fragile and lucky we were to be there."

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MAY Angie Patton

"It’s amazing how children with so little can give so much. The children of Itzapa readily gave me their love and their smiles, their ‘alfabeto’ and their ‘numeros’. I like to think, in return, I was able to give them a little help on their way to a better future."

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JUNE Raymond Friesen

"No matter where I went I was met with hospitality and smiling faces. Honestly, I think I learned more from them then they did from me however, I guarantee that as long as you put everything into what you do, especially out there, the results will be nothing short of miraculous."

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JULY Karen Kirton

Karen travelled to Thailand where she experienced the beautiful Krabi Province and the warm welcome from the local community. This included a TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) qualification, providing Karen with the opportunity to further her interest and career in Teaching.

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AUGUST Nancy Mo

Nancy journeyed to the Amazon Rainforest in Ecuador where she was involved in numerous conservation projects, ranging from scientific projects (researching new species) to education projects (working with local schools). This ended the day back at camp where she was able to relax and take in the sites and sounds of the amazing wildlife around her.

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SEPTEMBER Danielle Barrois

"It is here your world will change. Days are spent on the magnificent ocean collecting data on the amazing marine life, or spent within the school...Trust me it's paradise.!"

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OCTOBER Cliff Grable

"My trip to South Africa with GVI was a wonderful experience. It was a great opportunity to see a wide variety of wildlife and learn about conservation research. The thing that really made it a wonderful learning experience was the staff. They went to great lengths to make sure our days were full."

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NOVEMBER Guy Leech

Guy travelled to South Africa where he was able to experience the fantastic large game that South Africa has to offer including elephants, leopards, rhinos, lions and cheetahs, but to name a few. This was accompanied by the vibrant culture that makes South Africa stand out above the rest, and its unquestionable beauty.

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DECEMBER Russell Pepper

Russell's travels took him to the beautiful country of Costa Rica. Here he was involved in programmes aimed at protecting multiple ecosystems. These ranged from the forest and beaches, to the sea and canal, including work with local community.

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