For Learners
At the National Geographic Society, our mission is to use the power of science, exploration, education and storytelling to protect and illuminate the wonder of our world. Ranging from the Slingshot Challenge to Virtual Externships, online education resources, National Geographic Photo Camp, and more, we provide students with immersive and virtual learning experiences, inspiring the next generation of Explorers, leaders, and solution seekers.
Slingshot Challenge
The Slingshot Challenge is about sharing your ideas for slingshotting our planet forward. We’re challenging 13-18 year olds to create a one-minute video with your solution to our current environmental problems.
Virtual Externship
In this remote Externship, externs aged 18-25 will translate global freshwater conservation issues into a local context, make them relevant and accessible to their communities, and offer solutions to local or regional problems.
Explorer Classroom
Join Explorer Classroom — a live interactive session that connects young people aged 4-14 with National Geographic Explorers — to hear behind-the-scenes stories and interact with cutting-edge scientists, researchers, and powerful storytellers from around the globe.
Education Resources
Every subject is worth exploring. From science and geography to human culture and history—there’s a world of knowledge waiting to be uncovered.
MapMaker
MapMaker is a digital mapping tool, created by the National Geographic Society and Esri, designed for teachers, students, and National Geographic Explorers.
Young Explorers
The National Geographic Society’s Young Explorer Program recognizes and invests in inspirational 18-25 year old changemakers who have demonstrated a commitment to making a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
Photo Camp
Photo Camp’s mission is to amplify the voices of young people by giving them a platform to share their stories and those of their communities, and showing them that their stories matter and can make a difference.
Photo credits (from top of page): Mark Thiessen (3), Bailey Edelstein, Mark Thiessen (2), Angela Nankabirwa