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IMAgEN8 is a registered charity helping young people reconnect with nature through the lens of a camera.

Their mission: to improve mental wellbeing, build skills and confidence, and protect nature (kaitiakitanga).

Through nature photography workshops for youth aged 8–18, IMAgEN8 offers a creative way to explore Aotearoa’s natural beauty, build confidence, and foster a sense of environmental stewardship.

🌿 What They Offer:
📸 Nature Photography Workshops – hands-on sessions in schools and local reserves.
🎓 Programs – initiatives like Borrow-a-Camera and Nature Photographer that teach students to tell stories through images.
💚 Free or Low-Cost Access – made possible by grants and school partnerships.
🏅 Duke of Edinburgh Hillary Award – photography can count as a skill or volunteering activity.
🖼 Showcasing Student Work – through exhibitions, publications, and the Compassionate Nature magazine.

IMAgEN8 is also part of EcoFest, connecting communities through creative environmental action.

🎬 Part of the Neighbourhood Stories – Ōrākei series
Produced by NoSix → https://www.nosix.co.nz/
Supported by the Ōrākei Local Board → https://bit.ly/orakeilocalboard
Learn more → https://www.imagen8.co.nz/

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