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We teach over 1,000 pre-school children each year
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We provide primary school lessons to 8,000 children every day
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Over 400 people trained as TEFL teachers to date
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855 energy efficient stoves built in Latin America to date, including an entire community in Ecuador
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10 schools built and 20 schools entirely funded
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We work with Jane Goodall Institute, Dian Fossey Gorilla Foundation, Kenya Wildlife Service and Rainforest Concern
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We won the 2011 award for the provision of education at the Ao Luk Centre in Thailand
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Our community partners in Mexico and Ecuador won the Whitley Award for Conservation
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We conduct the only dolphin research program in Kenya
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We recorded the first confirmed sighting of Dugong on Kenya's south coast in over 10 years
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We have published work on the use of volunteers to collect viable scientific data to support environmental conservation
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We have been recognized by BBC Wildlife Magazine, Jaguar Conservation Fund, and the Mesoamericana International Journal
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We are the largest contributors to the Meso American barrier reef conservation program
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We have delivered over 6,200 hours of English classes as education assistance for almost 10,000 children in Southern Thailand
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GVI was awarded the 2011 Best Volunteering Organisation at the Responsible Travel Awards sponsored by Virgin Holidays
Program Focus
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Proper infrastructure and efficient systems are key aspects to the health and well being of local communities. Our construction projects... -
Marine ecosystems are very important for the overall health of both marine and terrestrial environments. Ocean waters serve as a critical... -
Biodiversity is vital in the maintenance of a healthy ecosystem. Currently 1 in 8 birds, 1 in 4 mammals, and 1 in 3 amphibians face the... -
The best way to fight poverty is through education. We offer children a safe environment, with support, supervision, socialisation and... -
The ability to read and write in English leads to higher paid jobs and offers people the chance to improve their standard of living.... -
Sport is recognised as a viable, valuable tool, when working with children. It helps fight depression, aids with better concentration,... -
In many parts of the world, information regarding the proper care of pets, domestic animals, and in some cases, wildlife as a whole, is... -
Access to healthcare varies across countries, groups and individuals and is largely influenced by social and economic conditions. You...
Volunteers in Action
"A friend recommended GVI to me. She said it was simply magical...I can only pass on the same comments to my friends." Andre, Canada (26)
Program: Mexico Marine Conservation Expedition
Volunteer Overseas
Volunteer overseas with GVI and play a crucial role in international conservation and education projects. You can volunteer overseas from 1 week to 2 years in more than 40 countries in Africa, South America, Asia, Europe and Central America. So volunteer overseas with Global Vision International (GVI) and play a vital role in pioneering volunteering abroad programs worldwide.
Volunteering Overseas
Volunteering overseas is a fantastic way for travelers to be able to give a little back to communities and environments in need, in a way not possible when just traveling through a country as a regular tourist.
Our volunteering overseas programmes have been running for the last 14 years that have enabled a long term and sustainable infrastructure to be put in place, something that many other programme operators do not do.
By volunteering overseas, you are able to completely immerse yourself and learn about a new country and culture, and experiencing a completely different adventure. Continue reading to find out why thousands of people have decided volunteering overseas is the best way to travel...
Volunteer in Africa
Volunteer in Africa with GVI and work on vital conservation and community development projects all over this incredible continent.
Options to volunteer in Africa range from teaching children to tracking big game in the bush or conserving pristine underwater environments while learning to scuba dive. Learn about diverse cultures, take in incredible landscapes and meet friendly people when you volunteer in Africa. Both short and long term volunteer projects are available, as well as internship opportunities to further develop professionally through formal training and hands-on work experience.
Visit our volunteering in Africa country page to see all the amazing projects we run in Africa.
Volunteer Work Abroad
GVI's volunteer work abroad programs make a difference in the lives of others through our focus on long term, sustainable solutions. Our volunteer work abroad also helps our particpants develop new professional skills through our hands on training.
Join one of our many volunteer work abroad projects and have the experience of a lifetime, while making a real difference.
Gap Year
For a gap year with a difference, GVI has been running gap year volunteer abroad projects for over 10 years sending 1000’s of gap year students away on worthwhile volunteer projects. We have gap year options from 1 week to 1 year including expeditions in exotic and remote locations, as well as internship options for those looking to get a little bit more out of their gap year.
Gap year volunteers can find projects throughout Africa, South America, Asia, Europe and Central America in 25 countries.
Check out our gap year page to begin your search for that perfect gap year programme!
Volunteer Holidays
GVI volunteer holidays are guaranteed to benefit the host country and community for the long term and you can be sure that your work and contributions will continue after you leave. We are proud to have built a wide range of projects all over the world, both humanitarian and environmental conservation.
Volunteer holidays are a special way to give back while getting the most out of your travels. See and experience parts of our world not seen by the regular tourist while contributing to projects that make a real difference.
Have a great holiday combined with rewarding volunteer work, explore the world of volunteer holidays!
