You want to see the world. You want to make a contribution to the people and places you visit. You want to find meaning, purpose, adventure, knowledge, and community.
We work on sustainable development projects in communities and cultures all over the world.
Go further. Join GVI People.
Across all our work in education, women’s empowerment, public health, community development, and sustainable solutions, our actions are guided by local organisations with roots in the community, on the ground team members who monitor and maintain ethical standards and practises, and an ongoing effort to ensure our work remains inclusive and equitable
Issues we care about
UN SDG 5 : GENDER EQUALITY
Support women and girls with meaningful access to equal opportunities.
UN SDG 3 : GOOD HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Offer educational programs on healthy eating, personal hygiene and disease prevention.
UN SDG 4 : QUALITY EDUCATION
Contribute to the improvement of children’s education, health and well-being.
UN SDG 9 : INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Be of service to communities by building essential and sustainable infrastructure.
LASTING IMPACT
Change is only meaningful if it lasts. Across our project work, we strive to find and support measurable solutions that are truly sustainable.
ETHICAL ENGAGEMENT
We ensure that our people, partners, and work are held to rigorous ethical standards led by compassion, inclusivity, and equality.
COMMUNITY BASED
Our work will always be grounded in local community outreach programs that focus on shared learning and education.
POLICY FRAMEWORK
We’re committed to using the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to guide and ground all our project work.
Programs in
Travel to famed Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor Wat. With forests, paddies and a floating village, Siem Reap provides an extraordinary setting from which to teach, empower, and grow.
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Journey to the palm-lined beaches and abundant forests of equatorial Ghana. Learn the true meaning of hospitality, solidarity, and generosity while assisting with community education and gender equality initiatives.
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Explore the rare and remote tropical terrain of Nosy Be island while working to expand responsible ecotourism operations and helping the local community achieve sustainable conservation and economic goals.
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Trek through snow-capped mountains, connect with rich Nepali culture, and work on a range of community development projects including education, women’s empowerment, and public health in Pokhara.
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From its dense northern jungles to balmy southern beaches, there’s no better place to find your purpose and follow your passion than among the community and culture of Thailand.
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Fiji offers plenty of spectacular locations to explore, swim, snorkel and hike. But more importantly, you’ll make a meaningful contribution to public health, childhood development and water security initiatives.
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Join our community development programs in Cartago. Renowned for its breathtaking national parks and volcanic mountain ranges, this exceptional location offers opportunities to teach, learn and find adventure.
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Find adventure in Cape Town. Do meaningful work dedicated to the fight for a better future, while living in one of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the world.
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Tanzania is a very culturally diverse country with 120 indigenous ethnic groups. Arusha in particular is a diplomatic hub as it is the headquarters of the East African Community – a subregional economic community – and hosts a number of international organisations, making it a very culturally diverse city. On the outskirts of the city, live mostly the Maasai and Meru groups.
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Experience Barcelona’s vibrant culture as a GVI volunteer. Join us for an enriching experience in Spain, contributing to meaningful projects in food security, community outreach and early childhood development.
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The Maldives is a picture-perfect escape nestled in the warm Indian Ocean. Experience the islands’ rich culture as you live within its communities, forming deep connections along the way.
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Experience the beauty and culture of Malaysia as a GVI volunteer. Join us for an enriching experience in the Perhentian Islands, contributing to meaningful projects in environmental education and sustainability.
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Volunteer in Da Nang, Vietnam, teaching English and making a genuine impact. Immerse yourself in the local culture, stunning landscapes and fantastic food. It’s a rewarding blend of work and adventure!
Select a location you’re interested in to see our programs
We cannot change the world by ourselves.
That’s why community is at the heart of what we do at GVI. We bring together like-minded people bound by a shared mission. This bond is our greatest strength.
The people you meet, the values you share, the work you do, the friendships you forge, and the adventures you have together not only have the power
to change your life – but to change the world.
Are you passionate about conservation and community development? We’d love to meet you!
Join GVI’s next free Virtual Open Day to learn more about our impactful programs in extraordinary locations.
Hear from our expert team, connect with our passionate participants and ask all your burning questions.
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