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Annie Griffiths        

Award-Winning Photographer for National Geographic

One of the first women photographers to work for National Geographic, Annie Griffiths has photographed in more than one hundred countries during her rich and varied career. She has worked on dozens of magazine and book projects for National Geographic, including stories on Lawrence of Arabia, Galilee, Petra, Sydney, and Jerusalem. In addition to her editorial work, Griffiths is deeply committed to using photography to support aid organizations. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Ripple Effect Images, a collective of prize-winning photojournalists and filmmakers who are documenting programs that empower women and children in the developing world.

Known for her warmth and humor, Griffiths has a gift for sharing stories and photographs that humanize situations and cultures. Griffiths has presented at the United Nations, The Skoll World Forum, Adobe MAX, Microsoft, and Proctor & Gamble. The World Presidents Association (WPO) named Griffiths one of the "Best of the Best Speakers." She has been a popular guest on The Today Show, Good Morning America, and National Public Radio. Griffiths has received awards from the National Press Photographers Association, the Associated Press, the National Organization of Women, and the White House News Photographers Association.

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Connect with Anyone, Anywhere

Three decades of work in more than 100 countries have taught Annie how to quickly navigate any social situation to find points of connection. Whether working in a remote village or an urban jungle, Annie shares real life challenges and shows how humor, body language, sincerity and deeper listening can build a bridge to anyone.

The Ripple Effect: Help a Woman. Help the Planet

Annie takes us on a journey from her beginnings, as one of the first women photographers at National Geographic, to her recognition that women in the developing world are the best investment we can make in our shared future. Through intimate stories of real women and communities, she reveals the grace, wisdom and incredible resourcefulness of women globally.

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Ask Annie: 12 Questions for a National Geographic Photographer ...
For the last 10 days, I have had the very good fortune of traveling with legendary National Geographic photographer Annie Griffiths. Though our expedition ...
Annie Griffiths – Digital Nomad
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