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My work as a humanitarian/documentary photographer is not just photographs I take for awareness creation. People have tribal marks for various reasons. In the past, they served various purposes such as identification and beautification. They were used by ethnic groups to identify members of their tribe or family lineage. They usually gave a sense of belonging to those who bore them. At birth, the marks were put on a newborn as a symbol that he belonged to a particular group. In Ghana, most people coming from the Northern part are easily identified by their tribal marks.⅞ Apart from identification, many people have tribal marks as a form of spiritual protection and for healing purposes. In some places, children are given marks when they are seriously ill in order to treat them. Tribal marking remains an ancient practice that should be stopped because it is generally repulsive and abusive, especially when used on young children who can’t defend themselves from its invasiveness. Sadly, they would have to face the consequences of having it when they grow older. This is portrait of a young girl with tribal marks.
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Yaw Afrim Gyebi, a Ghanaian Documentary and Political photographer. His photographs have gained acclaim from esteemed international organizations in publications, exhibitions, reports, articles, etc, spanning across China, Switzerland, Germany, Nigeria, the United States, etc, adding to various commissioned projects, he has also contributed to significant assignments including with Xinhua News, the largest state media in China, etc. With a keen eye for topics related to the human condition, social and environmental change, humanitarian problems, and culture, his lens zooms in on the marginalized, particularly women and children. Yaw Afrim Gyebi is renowned for his versatility, seamlessly producing intellectually stimulating images that demonstrate our existence's condition and our hopes to change it. He is a member of prestigious international organizations like the African Photojournalism Database (APJD) and Photographers Without Borders, 24Hour Photography, etc, Yaw's dedication to his craft is evident in projects like "Lost Faces of Humanity" and "Street Angels," each shedding light on the unseen and unheard. Currently, he is embarking on a poignant long-term documentary project highlighting the challenges faced by Female Head Porters “Kayayei” in Ghana, championing Women's empowerment and Girls' rights. Beyond his lens, Yaw's soul resonates with the stories of the marginalized, stemming from his upbringing in an underserved community. Each click of his camera's shutter not only captures emotions but also engraves his voice, fostering profound connections with his subjects and viewers alike. Yaw's educational journey has been instrumental in shaping his path. Currently pursuing a B.A. Communication Studies with a focus on Journalism at the University of Media, Arts & Communication (UniMAC), formerly known as the Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ).
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