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National Geographic Photo Camp is a series of photography workshops for youth from underserved communities both in and outside the United States. In partnership with local newspapers and community organizations, Photo Camp inspires young people to explore their communities through the camera's lens, and to share their vision through public presentations and exhibitions across the United States and throughout the world.

Photo Camp is sponsored by National Geographic MIssions Programs and Special Projects in partnership with Vision Workshops, of Annapolis, Maryland. Cameras for Photo Camp are provided by Olympus Imaging America, Inc. Memory cards for Photo Camp are provided by PNY, a National Geographic Mission Partner.

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