At African Impact, our volunteer opportunities let you work with local communities in Africa, supporting nonprofits at a grassroots level. Gain hands-on experience with local NGOs, contribute to crucial community outreach initiatives, and enjoy the chance to explore beautiful natural settings during your free time.
Our NGO Photography Volunteer Project
Why Volunteer On An NGO Photography Project With African Impact?
GAIN EXPERIENCE
Work alongside a professional photographer to improve your photography skills.
POST-PRODUCTION SKILLS
Learn to get the most out of your photos post-production with professional guidance.
OUT IN THE FIELD
Participate in individual nonprofit photography assignments, either by yourself or with one or two other photographers.
NGO FOCUS
Learn about the vital role photography can play from a humanitarian perspective.
SURROUNDING AREAS
Take advantage of the stunning landscapes around you and capture Africa’s unique natural environment.
Enhance Your Photography Skills While Supporting Local NGOs
Supporting NGOs through photography is an excellent way to improve your visual storytelling skills, while benefiting grassroots organizations in Africa. You’ll have enhance your photography and editing skills under the guidance of a professional photographer, who has experience in working with nonprofit organizations.
You will also interact with local communities and work on various projects, allowing a hands-on approach to community volunteer work and a behind-the-scenes peek into running and NGO. A selection of your images will be donated to the non-profit initiatives you’ve documented, so that they can be used to raise awareness and funds.
NGO Photography Volunteering FAQs
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO I NEED?
Once you’re booked, we’ll give you a document with detailed pre-departure information that will include a packing list. We’ll advise you on what clothes to bring, what practical gadgets you might need, and of course what photography gear we recommend. In general, we recommend an SLR camera, a range of lenses, and spare memory cards (or film) and batteries. Sometimes filters and tripods are recommended as well. And often it helps to bring a computer with editing software.
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM FOR?
Anyone with a passion for storytelling photography, a keen interest in documenting social impact work, a willingness to adopt a flexible approach, and a desire to learn.
DO I NEED TO BE A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER?
No, but you do need to have SOME photography experience, a good camera, and basic knowledge of how to use your camera. The workshops you’ll receive are mostly focused on how to approach humanitarian photography specifically, so it’s ideal if you have foundational knowledge of how to take a good picture. We’re very happy to look at every application though!
WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO LEARN AS A NGO PHOTOGRAPHER?
A lot! You will sharpen your technical photography and post production skills. But mostly, and quite uniquely, you’ll learn the role photography plays in the nonprofit sector, and how to effectively document the work of an NGO. You’ll learn in theory and in practice, and you can expect to leave with an inspiring portfolio of images.
