National Geographic Photo Camp

Photo Camp: Pakistan

Expressions of Place Through the Eyes of Young Photographers

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National Geographic Photo Camp has partnered with organizations worldwide to give youth a voice since 2003. Our mission is to provide opportunities for young people from underserved communities, including at-risk and refugee teens; to provide cross-cultural learning experiences through the photo workshop process; and to work with the next generation of photojournalists to highlight youth perspectives on issues of importance to all.

Photo Camp inspires young people to explore their communities through a camera's lens and to share their vision through public presentations and exhibitions.

Photo Camp is sponsored by National Geographic MIssion Programs and Olympus in partnership with Vision Workshops, of Annapolis, Maryland.

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