Many GVP students have taken up watercolor painting in their most recent Advisory classes. Art has always been an integral part of GVP's model, and this semester students asked to learn how to paint. So far, lessons have focused on basic watercolor technique, including how to adjust the ratio of water to paint for various hues and textures. Even in remote times, it's important to find opportunities to flex our creative muscles! ... See MoreSee Less
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In an average (non-pandemic) year, 200+ active volunteers contribute over 6,000 hours of service to GVP - a monumental act of dedication and generosity. As we prepare for a return to in-person learning this fall, we are also looking forward to resuming our in-person volunteer program with renewed purpose and perspective, starting with the Volunteer Support Network (VSN)! The VSN is a new structure and model for GVP’s volunteer corps. We ask that all onboarded volunteers complete a 10-minute skills survey to help us prepare for the fall, so please visit at bit.ly/gvpvolunteersurvey2021 to complete it today! ... See MoreSee Less
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It's World Health Day! Schools like GVP have an important role to play in promoting health by providing quality health education. All GVP students participate in 8 weeks of Women's Health classes, along with weekly Social and Emotional Learning classes. Our curriculum covers topics from female anatomy to nutrition to sex education, as helping young women make informed decisions about their bodies is critical to women's empowerment! What do you wish you'd learned about during health class? #WorldHealthDay #letstalk ... See MoreSee Less
6 days ago ·
Spring break is here!! 🎉☀️ Our school sisters are taking the week to rest, rejuvenate, read, and move for our school-wide movement challenge! Enjoy the sunshine and happy spring, everyone! ... See MoreSee Less
1 week ago ·
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts must be undertaken at every level of an organization in order to be successful. Last month, GVP's Board of Directors took part in an interactive workshop on DEI for the first in a multi-part discussion.
The Board's retreat was an excellent example of how we are all on this journey of learning and growth together, and how DEI principles are vital to ensuring we can serve our students and families to the best of our ability. Read more at globalvillageproject.org/gvp-board-of-directors-engages-in-discussions-on-dei/! ... See MoreSee Less
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GVP was founded in 2009 by a group of volunteer educators and community members who wanted to make a difference in the lives of local refugee girls. Volunteers have been absolutely critical to GVP’s work and impact ever since, and this season, we are thrilled to be launching the Volunteer Support Network (VSN)! The VSN is a new model and structure for GVP’s volunteer corps that will allow volunteers to maximize their impact on GVP’s students, teachers, and staff. As the first step in its rollout, we are asking all onboarded volunteers at GVP to fill out a 10-minute skills survey, so please check your inboxes or visit bit.ly/gvpvolunteersurvey2021 to complete it today! ... See MoreSee Less
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After graduating from Agnes Scott College, GVP Alumna Meh Sod Paw returned to intern at Global Village Project so she could help other refugee learners like herself. This year has allowed her time to reflect on her journey thus far and her own mentors along the way, and she says she is "grateful to have found myself surrounded by a group of powerful women who I met after resettling in America". Read more from Meh Sod herself in her reflection "My Community" at globalvillageproject.org/my-community-a-reflection-by-alumna-meh-sod-paw/! ... See MoreSee Less
2 weeks ago ·
Becoming a Sustaining Member at GVP is a meaningful way to take a stand for justice and equity in education for refugees. Through recurring gifts, set up like a subscription from your bank account or credit card, you can make a long-term impact on the journeys of refugee learners today and tomorrow. Even just $13 a month can make a big difference! Sign up today at bit.ly/gvpsustainers 💓 ... See MoreSee Less
2 weeks ago ·
Remember to join us TOMORROW, March 30th at 6 pm EST for the virtual panel "Empowering the Next Generation of Valiant Trailblazers"! GVP's CEO and Head of School Elizabeth Elango and Alum Bertha Nibigira will be joining school leadership and alumnae from Agnes Scott College and Atlanta Girls' School for a live discussion on nurturing tomorrow's women leaders. Save your spot today by registering at bit.ly/trailblazers2021! ... See MoreSee Less
2 weeks ago ·
One of the most meaningful ways to support GVP is by volunteering. Whether as a classroom assistant or special events volunteer, lending your time, energy, and skills to GVP’s mission allows you to make an impact in the lives of our refugee students and families. We’re currently recruiting new volunteers for the 2021-22 school year to join our Volunteer Support Network (VSN)! The VSN includes all onboarded volunteers at GVP - Apply to volunteer today at www.globalvillageproject.org! ... See MoreSee Less
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