Foto iwi is a charitable trust in New Zealand, led by a Board of Trustees.
Our focus on visual arts, youth development, community engagement, and education, with a special emphasis on supporting the disability sector.

Our organisation offers more than just photography.
Since 2019, we have worked with over 200 young people, encouraging them to explore their creative talents.
We support individuals in the disability sector to participate in photography and the arts through a range of workshops and opportunities such as our Happy Snappers Community.
Our holiday programmes and workshops teach young creatives to use photography as a tool for mindfulness.
For students aged 16 and older, our school-based workshops focus on career skills. We cover camera handling, editing, and post-production, essential in creative fields like graphic design, magazine editing, medical illustration, press photography, and film editing. These skills extend beyond the arts. For example, basic photography knowledge is useful in agriculture, especially with drone work. It can be a valuable asset for any job opportunity.
At Foto iwi, we strive to support our young people's journey in digital media, building their skills, leadership, and connections.