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136 – I Am Rohingya

“136, I am Rohingya” honours the mission of strengthening the identity of the community that is being threatened and adds to its collective memory, shows its traditions, raises awareness, tells stories of abuse and tragedies. Ultimately, it shows an incredible commitment to the fight of these people and a level of humanity, so necessary in these of times of turbulence.

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Author: Saiful Huq Omi

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Saiful Huq Omi started to document the lives of the Rohingyas almost a decade ago and has showcased their stories in different parts of the world.

“136, I am Rohingya” honours the mission of strengthening the identity of the community that is being threatened and adds to its collective memory, shows its traditions, raises awareness, tells stories of abuse and tragedies. Ultimately, it shows an incredible commitment to the fight of these people and a level of humanity, so necessary in these of times of turbulence.

Saiful Huq Omi is a photographer, filmmaker, educator and activist. Founder of the photography school Counter Foto, he was born in Bangladesh in 1980. The recipient of multiple awards and grants, Omi’s work on the Rohingyas has won him a global reputation as a tireless campaigner for human rights.

 

Reviews & Features
Zeit.de (German)
F-Stop
Islamic Arts Magazine 
Books (French)
Feature Shoot
Metro
BBC World News (6-minute interview with Saiful Huq Omi), 11.12.2019
Zeke magazine (Spring 2021)

 

 

ISBN: 9789053308981
Design: LevievanderMeer
Format: 21 x 31.5 cm
Hardcover
156 pages with approx. 150 photos in b&w.

Additional information

Weight 1.150 kg
Dimensions 31.5 × 24 cm

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