In My Shoes: A Reflection by Jai Simpson-Joseph
There’s an old expression that says, until you have walked a mile in someone else’s shoes, you won’t understand their journey. May 25, 2021, marked the anniversary of George Floyd’s...
Jazmine McMullen Ready to Elevate Volunteer Impact as New Volunteer and Program Coordinator
In April this year, we were thrilled to welcome Jazmine McMullen to the team as GVP’s new Volunteer and Program Coordinator. In her new role, Jazmine is excited about the...
Maker-Centered Learning Prepares Students for 21st Century Challenges
How would your education have looked different if you were encouraged to take risks and learn from your mistakes? If instead of worksheets and tests, you were given a problem...
Restore Our Earth: The Shared Histories and Futures of Mass Displacement, Climate Change, and Gender Inequity
With the passage of Earth Day this month, I have been thinking and reflecting on the inseparable links between forced migration, climate change, and gender equity, particularly with respect to...
“My Community,” A Reflection by Alumna Meh Sod Paw
After graduating from college in 2020, taking a transitional year has helped me reflect on all dimensions of my life. Ruminating has helped me realize the importance of not forgetting...
“Why I Serve”: Han Pham, Vice Chair of GVP’s Board, Shares Her Story
The story of why I serve on the board of Global Village Project begins with my mother. My mother and father were just 18 years old when Saigon fell in...
GVP Launches Volunteer Support Network to Maximize Impact
GVP is excited to introduce the Volunteer Support Network (VSN), a new internal structure and model for our dedicated and long-standing volunteer corps. Watch the video above for a brief...
Students Write, Create, Remix New Music in Songwriters’ Club
How do we deal with the many feelings we experience while stuck at home and living through a pandemic? For some GVP students, the answer is through songwriting. A new...
