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3 Reasons to Choose the Short-term Internship on Curieuse!
There are many different reasons for people to come and volunteer with GVI on the wonderful island of Curieuse, a well needed break from life at home, gap year travels, or as a part of your education to help get into a career in conservation. The internship programme...
Top nine experiences to have in Cape Town
Visiting the Mother City? Make the most of your time in the city with GVI’s top tips on what to do in Cape Town. Cape Town will capture your imagination. Set between a craggy mountain range and the ripples of the oceans, the city is where greens meet glittering blues....
What does rainy season mean for Cambodia?
Life during the rainy season here in Cambodia.
Ori’s Island Life – GVI Caqalai, Fiji
Arriving on Caqalai almost 3 months ago, I didn’t really know what to expect. Not being a English native speaker, it was kind of scary because I didn’t know who I was going to meet here and if I could get along with them. I was pleasantly surprised when I found myself...
Coral bleaching in Seychelles: What you need to know
A coral reef bleaching event was recently confirmed in Seychelles. How are GVI’s research centre and volunteer programs in Mahe helping to monitor the region's corals? In the last 30 years, around half of the world’s corals have died due to factors such as ocean...
Six critical global issues | What are the world’s biggest problems and how can I help?
Have you ever felt an urgency to make a positive impact on the world, but not known where to start? Perhaps you’ve felt overwhelmed by information. This is a summary of six major global issues, and what’s being done about them. The news is packed with statistics and...
The world’s disappearing underwater cities: coral reefs
The surface of the ocean is a mysterious blue blanket. What lies beneath is hidden from our view. But what is hidden is incredible, and in danger. Underneath the ever-changing surface of the ocean is what’s known as a large, blue desert. But now and then, in shallow...
Ten of the best organizations to follow that help endangered animals
Do you remember being taught about endangered animals during your school years? You may have researched organisations that help protect these species. The rate at which animals are becoming endangered is increasing. We have researched and listed ten of the best...
Which scuba diving qualifications can you get while volunteering abroad?
Volunteering abroad can equip you with a wide range of practical skills, including professional dive qualifications. Take your love for the ocean to the next level with combined dive training and marine volunteering. Certified dive instructors, beautiful beach...
Why is gender equality important?
Inequality between the genders doesn’t just affect individuals – it can change entire economies. As a sustainable volunteer program provider, GVI takes into account the importance of gender equality in development. What does gender inequality look like? It is women...
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