Photo Galleries

Browse the extraordinary collection of images we've gathered and published over the years.

These have been compiled with the help of many fabulous people: photojournalists, international development workers, caring and observant travellers, and thousands of Verge readers, who have contributed their images and stories.

Sit down, grab a cup of your favourite brew, kick back and browse through the galleries.  If you are inspired, please share with your friends... or contribute your own images and stories in our next photo contest. 

P.S. If you happen to be organizing an event, and are in need of a little visual flair, many of these exhibits are available for loan.  Please contact us for details.

 

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Comic Relief Mission

For thousands of children living in refugee camps along the Thai-Burmese border, the annual visit of Spark! Circus's talented volunteers provides some much-needed levity.

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Igniting Reel Change in Bolivia

Native Bolivian communities fight for social change with the help of Quebec filmmakers. Check out the article, photo gallery, and video footage here.

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Photo Contest Finalists, 2011

Check out the winners and finalists in our Travel With Purpose photo contest for 2011! 

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Addressing youth unemployment in Peru

In poor districts of Lima, Peru, Youth Uneployment is high and job-hunting skills are few.  CUSO-VSO volunteers and a Peruvian NGO give them a leg up.

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Haiti, January 2011

Nearly a year after the massive earthquake in Haiti, challenges for the reconstruction effort continue.  James Stairs checks in with the Canadian Red Cross in Jacmel.

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Photo Contest Finalists, 2010

Check out the winners and finalists in our Travel With Purpose photo contest for 2010! 

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Healing Hands in Haiti, 2010

An intimate photo documentary highlighting the work of Canadian medical volunteers at St Boniface Hospital, in Haiti.  In the wake of the January 2010 earthquake, they have been training local caregivers on the challenging task of rehabilitating and caring for patients with spinal cord injuries.

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Born into Bolivia, 2010

A unique pilot project in Bolivia bridges the gap between traditional and conventional medicine, allowing doctors and midwives to work together to help mothers and infants.

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Global Heroes, 2009

Ever wondered what a hero looks like? Verge is proud to introduce our list of Global Heroes: 14 men and women who are doing their part to make a difference in the developing world. Come and meet them.

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Photo Contest Finalists, 2009

Check out the finalists in our Travel With Purpose photo contest for 2009.  Eighteen stellar images, in three categories.

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 Photo Contest Finalists, 2008

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Photo Contest Finalists, 2007

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