National Geographic Society

A National Geographic Society is a media organization that is a scientific organization that explores, illuminates, and protects the wonder of our world.

• AKA: Nat Geo, National Geographic Partners.
• Context:
  • It can typically produce National Geographic Magazines with scientific journalism and nature photography.
  • It can typically fund National Geographic Research Projects through grant programs.
  • It can often create National Geographic Documentarys with educational content.
  • It can often organize National Geographic Expeditions with expert guides.
  • It can typically publish National Geographic Books with geographic content.
  • It can range from being a Traditional Media Organization to being a Digital Media Platform, depending on its content delivery method.
  • It can integrate with National Geographic Education Platforms for classroom resources.
  • It can support National Geographic Explorers with research funding.
  • It can maintain National Geographic Archives with historical photographs.
  • It can operate National Geographic Channels for television broadcasts.
  • ...
• Examples:
  • National Geographic Time Periods, such as:
    • National Geographic (1888), which was founded as a scientific society.
    • National Geographic (2015), which became National Geographic Partners through joint venture.
    • National Geographic (2025), which features digital platforms and expedition services.
  • National Geographic Publications, such as:
    • National Geographic Magazine, which publishes monthly issues.
    • National Geographic Traveler, which focuses on travel destinations.
    • National Geographic Kids, which targets young audiences.
  • National Geographic Initiatives, such as:
    • National Geographic Explorer Program, which supports field researchers.
    • National Geographic Best of the World, which highlights travel destinations.
    • National Geographic 33, which recognizes innovative leaders.
  • National Geographic Productions, such as:
    • National Geographic Documentary Films for theatrical release.
    • National Geographic Television Series for streaming platforms.
    • No Taste Like Home Series featuring culinary exploration.
  • ...
• Counter-Examples:
  • Discovery Channel, which lacks scientific society foundation.
  • BBC Nature, which lacks membership organization structure.
  • Wikipedia, which lacks original research funding.
• See: Scientific Organization, Media Company, Non-Profit Organization, Educational Publisher, Documentary Producer.

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