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How high school summer volunteer programs can add to your academics
Summer is usually vacation season, but it can also be a reminder of all the catching up you have to do with your academics. Joining a high school...
A typical day saving sea turtles
Volunteering in Greece with sea turtles has more to it than wildlife conservation. Each day volunteers have an important task assigned to support...
The dangers of stereotyping: thoughts from an under 18 volunteer in South Africa
Have you ever had your preconceived ideas about a place challenged? An under 18 volunteer with GVI in South Africa shares how the ideas they arrived...
Six reasons why teenage volunteering can be a great way to make friends
If you’ve ever felt like that kid in the movie who can’t quite fit in, then perhaps a change of setting is just what you need to click with the...
What you need to know about applying to college after a gap year
There’s no need to worry about getting into college after a gap year. Diverse international experiences like GVI’s gap year programs can actually...
Plan your future with these gap year opportunities
So, taking a gap year means you have 365 days free. But, who wants that much time off, especially if you’re spending it at home? Well, anything you...
Volunteer Feedback and reflections
We've had time to reminisce recently (haven't we all!) and it has made us more grateful than ever for the people who have come along to be part of...
Three service trips for high school students and how they can benefit you
If you’re a teen looking for the best way to volunteer abroad, service trips for high school students offer opportunities to travel, volunteer,...
Eleven of the best teen volunteer opportunities
If you’re in high school today, chances are you’re clued up about global issues, and may even already be contributing towards projects aimed at...
Top 6 Nepali Food
Food conjures up all sorts of memories. From the greasy kebab late at night when you're exploring a new city, to a freshly baked pastry as you...
