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How long do PADI courses take?
If you’re considering a diving qualification, you might find it helpful to know how long it will take you to get certified. Learn more about the requirements of the different PADI courses. A PADI certification is your licence for adventure. As well as making it...
Momo Challenge in Pokhara Here in Pokhara I am completing a community development internship. In addition to teaching English at local elementary schools, co-leading an afterschool program, and supporting other GVI initiatives, the internship includes completing the...
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. Living on a GVI program base is an exciting opportunity to connect with wildlife. There is no need for prior experience....
How the GVI Impact & Ethics Report Inspires us to Do Good, Better
Contained within the recently published GVI Impact & Ethics Report are numerous stories of success from GVI programs across the globe. Hearing the stories of the real impact GVI has in these locations is a source of inspiration for all of us. The insights provided...
Never a dull moment working towards Goal 4: Quality Education
My story with GVI started in 2011 when I first volunteered to teach novice Buddhist monks English in Laos. Later, I became a member of staff, and I am also privileged to be a GVI Ambassador. I have volunteered or worked with GVI in; Kerala, India; Pokhara, Nepal;...
Conserving wildlife: A tail of four big cats
Admire the big cats, from the king of beasts to the shy and elusive. Spend time learning conservation skills and capturing images of endangered wildlife. Have you already seen all the National Geographic and Discovery Channel documentaries on Netflix? Ever looked at...
How can you get involved in sea turtle conservation in Phang Nga, Thailand?
Experience Thailand’s sublime beaches a little differently. As an intern or volunteer with GVI, you can take a hands-on approach to sea turtle conservation in the coastal area of Phang Nga. Thailand’s beaches aren’t just popular with tourists — they are important...
Giving turtles power on Bird Island: Seychelles
Original photo: "Bird Island, Seychelles" by seychelles.org is licenced under CC BY 2.0 Landing on Bird Island, I had no idea about the role I would play in trying to save hundreds of endangered, green sea turtle hatchlings. Volunteering took on a whole new meaning...
Pulling South African cheetahs back from the edge
The only growing cheetah population is in South Africa. GVI is working to support the conservation of these cats through research carried out with the help of volunteers. Watching the world’s fastest land mammal take down its prey is an incredible sight. If you’re...
Computer literacy education for local women for Goal 4: Quality Education
GVI Cape Town’s Women’s Empowerment project began in 2015 and our computer classes first started in the township of Nomzamo in 2017. It is imperative to our team that projects develop based on what the community believes will be most beneficial to them. Many of the...
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