GVI Blog
Volunteer holidays with animals: How to give back ethically
Adore animals, nature, and seeking big-time adventure? Find a wildlife volunteer holiday you’re passionate about and have a direct impact on the...
Elephant Facts Quiz
Elephants can grow to four metres tall, and they’re the largest land animals known today. They’re also extremely smart, which isn’t surprising,...
Volunteer holidays for families
The images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. Family holidays are a chance to spend meaningful time together and build memories. Your whole...
The importance of seagrass: Why we should conserve this marine habitat
Original photo: "Sea grass bed" by Tim Sheerman-Chase is licensed under CC BY 2.0 Seagrass meadows are perhaps the most under-appreciated marine...
Gap year pros and cons
The images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. A gap year doesn’t have to be a year spent doing nothing. In fact, a structured gap year can be...
People and the environment: Why climate justice is social justice
Championing environmental issues is as much about promoting social justice as it is about addressing climate change. But what does the climate...
The dangers of stereotyping: Thoughts from an under-18 volunteer in South Africa
Some images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. Have you ever had your preconceived ideas about a place challenged? An under-18 volunteer with...
Ten of the best career paths for modern day conservationists
The images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. Looking for a job is no easy task, and a career in conservation is arguably one of the toughest...
What’s the deal with GVI’s Global Digital Open Days?
Want to start a meaningful career in conservation or community development but don’t know where to start? Well, what if we told you we’ve organised...
Green jobs: Getting to grips with the ever-growing list
The images in this article were taken pre-COVID-19. What are green jobs and what types of roles can you enter into as a green organisation employee?...
