GVI Blog
Africa’s fastest growing economies: How Ghana got it right
Original photo: “fruit” by David Greenwood-Haigh is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. Some images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. In 2019, Ghana...
What is a digital detox and why is it a good idea?
Challenging yourself to a digital detox – disconnecting from the screens, gadgets and apps that sometimes control us – isn’t a new idea. But it’s...
Why are partnerships important for sustainable development projects?
The images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. GVI’s projects are designed around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals or UN SDGs....
Five of the most common challenges faced by South African entrepreneurs
South Africa boasts the most developed startup ecosystem in Africa but, like in many new businesses around the world, many South African startups...
What’s the deal with GVI’s Global Digital Open Days?
Want to start a meaningful career in conservation or community development but don’t know where to start? Well, what if we told you we’ve organised...
What is the state of gender equality in India, and how can you help?
In the wake of #MeToo, people are re-evaluating issues of gender inequality and sexual harassment in their own lives. And as more news of the...
Life on land: why safeguarding the environment is so important
All living things need a healthy environment to thrive. Let’s find out why the well-being of natural environments is key, and why we should...
How scuba diving can introduce you to a whole new career
Keen on learning to scuba dive? You could take that dream a step further. Advance your scuba diving skills while making an impact in marine...
Five skills that you learn by volunteering with wildlife
Volunteering with wildlife presents many opportunities to learn new skills, participate in scientific research, and make an impact along the way....
Five coral reef facts to know before volunteering in marine conservation
Coral reefs are becoming more and more endangered each year, and it’s our responsibility to safeguard and nurture them and the rest of the marine...