The mission of Youth in Focus is to empower urban teens through photography to experience their world in new ways and make positive changes in their lives. Youth in Focus, which is located in Seattle, Wash, is a nationally recognized youth development program that offers a variety of photography classes, service learning opportunities, and entrepreneurial projects for youths aged 13 through 19. We focus on serving youth who are facing multiple challenges in their lives that range from poor achievement in school to a history of abuse and neglect.