Fazal Sheikh, Ramadan moon

Autori

• Fazal Sheikh

Parametri

• Fotografia

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This stunning two-volume collection by the photographer features rich black pictorial cloth boards with red titles on the spine. Intended to be sold together, the volumes were distributed to Dutch parliamentarians, judges, mayors, and the media to foster a more sympathetic policy towards asylum-seekers fleeing their countries for safety. The first volume, "Ramadan Moon," poetically explores the plight of Seynab, intertwining passages from the Koran about Ramadan with her memories of Mogadishu, her flight to the Netherlands, and the Dutch treatment of Somali asylum seekers. The second volume, "A Camel for the Son," represents classic photojournalism, documenting the Somali refugee communities in Kenya's northeastern desert over a decade. It follows their journey from the onset of civil war in 1991 to the present, highlighting the impact of war on a generation of children raised in exile. Fazal Sheikh bridges the gap between the First and Third Worlds, raising awareness of Somali women's resilience amidst adversity. His images and testimonials serve as a poignant reminder of their existence, even as global attention wanes. Sheikh's commitment to "concerned photography" emphasizes the importance of recognizing each refugee as an individual, deepening our understanding of their suffering. This collection is a vital contribution to that ongoing quest.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2001