Women's Empowerment
Volunteering with GVI: reflections and insights a year later
The images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. When enrolling onto a GVI program, most participants expect to make an impact on the ground, and...
What to do during a gap year before medical school
The images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. A gap year for college students can be a great way to prepare for studying medicine. Here’s what...
Five interesting facts about textiles in Peru
When you volunteer in Peru you will notice the explosion of colour that permeates the local communities. Bright reds, azure blues and canary yellows...
Why is gender equality important?
Inequality between genders doesn’t only affect individuals – it can change entire economies. As a sustainable volunteer program provider, GVI takes...
Six places to volunteer on Christmas Day
If you’re looking to embrace the season of giving, consider these places to volunteer on Christmas Day, including volunteer abroad programs with...
How to volunteer in Africa in women’s empowerment
It will take 95 years before all women in African nations have access to equal rights and opportunities, according to the World Economic Forum...
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...
Partner Focus – Sasane
Founded by 3 female survivors of trafficking, Sasane is a support organisation run by survivors for other survivors of trafficking. A formidable...
Hear from a Volunteer: Declan’s 3 months in Ghana
It’s been another brilliant week here with GVI Ghana. Since being here I’ve met many amazing people, tried a lot of different and new things, and...
Hear from a volunteer: Declan’s 3 months in Ghana
Well this is my second week of being here in Ghana and it’s been fantastic so far! I’ve been more productive this week as I have been getting used...
