Susan Baraz was a founding member of Focus on AIDS, the largest global fine art photography benefit, which since 1987 has donated over 3 million dollars to AIDS organizations. She also serves as the Co-Chair of The Lucie Awards, and Head of Judges for the International Photography Awards, the most prestigious award honoring masters in photography. Baraz is an active panelist and portfolio reviewer for APA, ASMP, Palm Springs Photo Festival, Art Center College of Design, Academy of Art University, Otis Art Institute at Parsons School of Design, and Arles and Perpignan photography festivals. She has also served as an exhibition curator and book editor at The Museum of Tolerance Washington DC, Los Angeles Holocaust Museum, the International Photography Awards and various fine art galleries nationwide.