Federico Ríos Escobar: Paths Of Desperate Hope

Federico Ríos Escobar: Paths Of Desperate Hope

The new podcast series on the theme Human features shorlisted photographer Federico Ríos Escobar, who aims to shed light on the often overlooked stories from his own country, emphasising the importance of caring for others. His focus is on capturing the causes of migration and the challenges faced by immigrants as they navigate the treacherous Darién Gap. The photographer expresses a desire to give a human face to the immigrants, emphasising that they are risking everything for the bare necessities of life.
Darien Gap from the series "Paths of Desperate Hope"
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Federico Ríos Escobar on his series "Paths Of Desperate Hope"

As the Prix Pictet marks its 10th cycle, the choice of the theme Human, signifies a reflection on the journey thus far. It encapsulates the evolution of the prize, acknowledging the central role of humanity in shaping the sustainability discourse. The new podcast series on this exciting theme, interviews the shortlisted photographers and the meaning behind Human for them.  

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