Photojournalists take photos of people, events, and situations for newspapers, magazines, websites, and other sources that publish the news. These specialized photographers sometimes find themselves in difficult or dangerous situations. For example, they may see people in trouble or in pain. They may be on the scene of accidents or travel into battle with the military during a war. In these situations, many people—even the photographers themselves—wonder whether they should help . . . or just take photos?
Photojournalists have been criticized for taking photos of people in trouble rather than stopping to help. However, in many cases, their photos help solve big problems, such as hunger and violence. When the public sees the photos, many people may take action and make a difference. By showing the "real picture" of what's happening in faraway places, photojournalists have the power to change the world. It is their job to be the eyes of the public and show the world the truth.