Throughout VISIONS British Virgin Islands’ program, dedicated teens have the opportunity to engage in a variety of meaningful projects aimed at making a positive impact. One such project is BugOut, an internship-type experience that focuses on mosquito research and control.
VISIONS partners with PAW BVI (Promoting Animal Welfare) and ARC Virgin Gorda (Animal Rescue Corps), two organizations dedicated to the wellbeing and care of animals. Teen volunteers have the opportunity to help with animal-centered service while on a summer program in the BVI.
It might seem hard to effect change on your community as a student. But you CAN have a major impact—and in many ways, as a young person and student you’re better positioned to help than many others. Here’s how!
As Artificial Intelligence takes us by storm, our shift in perspective, as beings, goes even further from an orientation to the natural world to a technology-based world. What does this mean for young people, the digital natives who now also grow up with AI as part of their formative years? We have some thoughts about this.
Reconnect with the VISIONS tribe, share memories and access resources from our vast family across the globe. Our alumni portal provides opportunities to network, reminiscence, and dive into the work VISIONS does today!
Summer service isn’t just about working hard. From the steamy jungle highlands of Peru to the rolling plains of the Montana Blackfeet Reservation, our service trips are filled with culture & adventure! Here are nine life-changing experiences your high schooler can have with VISIONS.
Service learning and community service are similar practices, but not all community service work is educational and transformative in the same way our service learning projects are. Let’s dive in!
When searching for service adventures for your teen, asking the right questions is important. It can help you determine if the program is right for you, and also call out any red flags. Here are the best questions to ask a service learning organization!
Service learning & voluntourism couldn’t be more different. Service learning is transformative, empowering and impactful. Meanwhile, while often well-intentioned, voluntourism is ineffective, and can even be harmful. Let’s learn more!
What makes service work meaningful? How does VISIONS ensure our service efforts are impactful, lasting, and an overall positive experience for both local communities and our participants? Let’s learn more!
You’re making a conscious decision to jump out of your comfort zone. With VISIONS, a service learning adventure is a pivotal life moment, one where you choose transformation over belonging, service to others over service to self.
Building a bombproof resume in high school can seem impossible, but don’t stress! Here’s everything you need to know.