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A group of displaced people from the Kanyarutshinya camp are logging in Virunga National Park in the Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. © Daniel Buuma.
"We are together, and we are homesick; we suffer with language and everything. How would someone feel if they were alone? I would not even leave my room." - Malak. © Sara Kontar.
Shaheeda, Sabira, and Kammo, landless laborers on a nearby farm, recall the 1998 nuclear test, which occurred 5 kilometers from Chacha village in Pokhran, India, as seen on Oct. 25, 2023. Engrossed in their daily chores, they were preparing food at home when the event unfolded. © Chinky Shukla.
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The young family of Claudiceia (23), Isabelino (25), and Laisquene (3) in front of the tent where they live. In addition to the three, Isabelino’s parents also sleep in the tent, which is damaged and full of holes. Isabelino is the brother of Alex, who was murdered in the Jopara Retake, in Coronel Sapucaia, Mato Grosso do Sul. Retomada Guapoy, Amambai, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. February 24, 2023. © Renaud Philippe.

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Seven Questions With
VII Community’s new series, “Seven Questions With,” features conversations with curators, editors, and publishers. Discover what inspires their work, get tips for pitching projects, hear lessons learned from past mistakes, and explore their engaging topics.
Burning grass symbolises the rapid and uncontrolled expansion of cities into natural landscapes. This image is part of The Place Where I Used To Play... series, photographed in Dhaka, Bangladesh, November 2024. © Jubair Ahmed Arnob.
Burning grass symbolises the rapid and uncontrolled expansion of cities into natural landscapes. This image is part of The Place Where I Used To Play... series, photographed in Dhaka, Bangladesh, November 2024. © Jubair Ahmed Arnob.
1-to-1 Program
VII Community’s 1-to-1 Program pairs visual photographers with experienced advisors to elevate their skills and support their professional growth. Advisors provide guidance on research, editing, storytelling, pitching, and portfolio development.
In Ivory Coast, young cocoa farmers face the consequences of decades of expansion—depleted soil and entrenched poverty. Yet, a new generation is embracing regenerative practices, restoring soil, diversifying crops, and creating value beyond cocoa, reversing damage and challenging exploitation with a vision of renewal. Azaguë, Ivory Coast, 2023. © Maroussia Mbaye.
In Ivory Coast, young cocoa farmers face the consequences of decades of expansion—depleted soil and entrenched poverty. Yet, a new generation is embracing regenerative practices, restoring soil, diversifying crops, and creating value beyond cocoa, reversing damage and challenging exploitation with a vision of renewal. Azaguë, Ivory Coast, 2023. © Maroussia Mbaye.
Continuing Education
This series presents live discussions and workshops with professionals from across the industry. Each month, we invite experts to participate in live discussions on topics such as storytelling, writing, ethics, resilience, marketing, editing, and grant writing.
Residents of the Cissie Goole House gather for the community film screening on November 11, 2024 in Woodstock, Cape Town, South Africa. © Jodi Windvogel.
Residents of the Cissie Goole House gather for the community film screening on November 11, 2024 in Woodstock, Cape Town, South Africa. © Jodi Windvogel.
Community Hangouts
Community Hangouts have evolved into structured events that spotlight different members of our community. These sessions offer a space to hear inspiring success stories and engage in a special community Q&A.
Monica Allende, curator, consultant and educator, reviewing the work of Uma Bista, VII Mentee. Arles, 2023. © Ulysse Fiévé for The VII Foundation.
Monica Allende, curator, consultant and educator, reviewing the work of Uma Bista, VII Mentee. Arles, 2023. © Ulysse Fiévé for The VII Foundation.
Portfolio Reviews
Get personalized feedback on your work from industry professionals, including guest editors, photographers, and curators, by joining our portfolio reviews.  
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Photo by Irene Barlian
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Every few months, we invite photographers from VII Community to present their stories on The VII Foundation’s online platform for public debate and discussion.

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