Chris Rainier is considered one of the leading documentary photographers working today. A National Geographic Society Fellow, Chris is a director of the National Geographic All Roads Photography Program and a co-director of the NG Enduring Voices Project, documenting endangered languages and cultures. He serves as a contributing editor for National Geographic Traveler, as well as a photography correspondent for NPR. His life's mission is to document endangered cultures, and help empower them to use modern technology to save their ancient traditions. He has won numerous awards for his photography, including the prestigious Lowell Thomas Award, given by the Explorers Club for his work documenting culture.