The Northern Counties Photographic Federation (NCPF) with a membership of over 1000, spread over 42 Clubs and Societies, is one of fifteen regional federations which make up the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain (PAGB), a member organisation which co-ordinates activities for photographic clubs in the UK. 

The Photographic Alliance of Great Britain (known as the PAGB) is the umbrella organisation that provides benefits and co-ordinates specific events for the majority of photographic clubs and societies in the United Kingdom. 

The PAGB does this through 15 regional organisations known as federations. These events and benefits apply variously to individual photographers, to societies and clubs, and to the federations themselves.

The PAGB is not a governing body.

The International Federation of Photographic Art   is an international organization of national associations of photography.  91 national associations are members, comprising over one million individual photographers.

Fédération Internationale de l'Art Photographique or FIAP was founded by M. Van de Wijer of Belgium, who remained its president until 1976. French is the official language of FIAP.

The Photographic Society of America (PSA), is a non-profit organization for photographers worldwide. It offers extensive resources and opportunities for photographers of all skill levels. The PSA's purpose is to promote the art and science of photography through education, competitions, and fostering a global community of photographers.

It has thousands of members in over 80 countries, including individual photographers, camera clubs, and US-based chapters.

Members can access online learning, webinars, image evaluation services, and study groups to help them develop their skills.

Through their competitions and exhibitions, photographers can earn distinctions and star ratings based on their accepted images.

The Royal Photographic Society is an educational charity and a world-leading photographic community with headquarters in Bristol, UK. Founded in 1853, its mission is to promote the art and science of photography to everyone, regardless of age, background, or experience.

Its membership is open to anyone with an interest in photography, from amateurs to professionals and artists to scientists. It offers opportunities for development, inspiration, and community connection. The RPS also has an international reach through its chapters.