Making a difference in the lives of children in distressed areas by teaching them life skills through photography.
WHAT WE DO.
Four out of five children in impoverished areas spend more time on the streets than in a classroom. We provide education and mentorship to at-risk youth, keeping them off the streets and out of harm’s way.
We teach vulnerable students the art and business of photography. From using a camera to digital production and office applications, students develop not only technical and creative skills, but also social-emotional skills to help them succeed in the world.
We’re introducing a new generation of artists. Our students take the knowledge we’ve given them to capture their unique perspectives. Their photographs are printed and put on display for the world to see.
The students become the teachers. We encourage all advancing students and graduates to become certified trainers in the Photo Start program, creating employment opportunities and organizations on the ground.
Last year, we led a very successful pilot workshop with a new partner in Kenya, Anapendeza. Dedicated to providing job training opportunities, Anapendeza offers work support services to youth and adults with developmental disabilities, targeted to meet the needs of specific employers. Our partnership with Anapendeza was one of a kind because this was a […]
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2021 is finally here. Though we will never forget all we lost in 2020, a new year renews our spirit and our hope for brighter days. Photo Start is beginning the year with a new partnership in a new country. We are excited and honored to introduce you to DrorIsrael. DrorIsrael’s mission is to educate […]
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The World Bank is predicting a 10 percent increase in the number of primary school aged students living in learning poverty due to pandemic school closures. That’s 63 percent of children in low- and middle-income countries missing an education. They propose investing now in education technology (EdTech) to change how learning is delivered and make […]
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