National Geographic Explorer Festival

Washington, D.C. (George Washington University) – 2025/06/11: The Host of the 2025 Explorers Festival National Geographic Explorer Malaika Vaz. – The National Geographic Society’s global community of Explorers has pushed the boundaries of exploration for over 137 years. With today’s cutting-edge science and conservation efforts, Explorers continue to drive the forward-thinking solutions necessary to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges at a moment when innovation and ingenuity are more important than ever. Join our global community as they share their discoveries, highlight collaborations and offer unparalleled insights into their work. Photo by Joy Asico-Smith/National Geographic.