GVI Blog
How the elephant in Thailand became a national symbol
The elephant in Thailand has been prized in the country’s society and culture for centuries. Learn how elephants became a national symbol and how...
Why reducing your carbon footprint can make a big impact
Our carbon footprint, the amount of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane that are generated by our actions, has a massive impact on...
Like a Kaleidoscope
Nature is intricate and complex. It has spectacular beauty but it can also be gruesome and cruel. It's always honest. And if you look in the right...
A day in the life of a GVI Limpopo intern
It’s 4.15am and the low buzz of an alarm clock jilts you out of your restful nights’ sleep. Navigating your way out of the cocoon of a mosquito net...
What you need to know about applying to college after a gap year
The images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. There’s no need to worry about getting into college after taking a gap year. Diverse...
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...
