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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. People We can always go further , ethically . 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 How far do you want to go? Find a program Issues we care about A fairer world UN SDG 5 : GENDER EQUALITY Support women and girls with meaningful access to equal opportunities. A vital mission UN SDG 3 : GOOD HEALTH AND WELLBEING Offer educational programs on healthy eating, personal hygiene and disease prevention. The roots of change UN SDG 4 : QUALITY EDUCATION Contribute to the improvement of children’s education, health and well-being. Forging stronger connections UN SDG 9 : INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE Be of service to communities by building essential and sustainable infrastructure. Change for good 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. Do good, better ETHICAL ENGAGEMENT We ensure that our people, partners, and work are held to rigorous ethical standards led by compassion, inclusivity, and equality. Knowledge is power COMMUNITY BASED Our work will always be grounded in local community outreach programs that focus on shared learning and education. Local impact, global change POLICY FRAMEWORK We’re committed to using the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to guide and ground all our project work. Programs in Cambodia Siem Reap 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. Explore all programs Programs in Ghana Accra 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. Explore all programs Programs in Madagascar Nosy Be 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. Explore all programs Programs in Nepal Pokhara 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. Explore all programs Programs in Thailand Phang Nga 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. Explore all programs Programs in Fiji Dawasamu 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. Explore all programs Programs in Costa Rica Cartago 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. Explore all programs Programs in South Africa Cape Town 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. Explore all programs Programs in Tanzania Arusha 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. Explore all programs Programs in Maldives Naifaru 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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