Port-au-Prince, Haiti
Twelve years has passed since an earthquake devastated Haiti, killing 220.000 and injuring more than 300 000.
During my many trips to the country after the disaster I have more or less always covered the darker side of the story. This is often the dilemma of news reporting. We cover stuff when things have gone bad. However I am always in awe of the resilience, the kindness, the bravery and happiness I meet – in the midst of darkness. This photograph is taken in Port-au-Prince shortly after the quake where strong and resilient survivors rebuild their lives.
Today the country, the poorest in the southern hemisphere, is a failed state. Armed gangs roam the streets of the capital and violence is rife.
Against the backdrop of other tumultuous world events Haiti has descended into an abyss of chaos. This time totally man made. My heart goes out to all the brave people I met during all my trips. I hope to be able to return soon.
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Orphanage, Port-au-Prince, Haiti .
It´s nine years since an earthquake devastated Haiti, killing 220.000 and injuring more than 300 000.
I am always in awe of the resilience, the kindness, the bravery and happiness I meet – in the midst of darkness. This photograph is taken in Port-au-Prince in an orphanage.Wonderful wonderful children goofing around.
Survivors, strong, resilient.