“I want to show the world how we live through pictures,” said Hemayet Ullah, a resident of Kutupalong’s Camp-1 East, holding a mobile phone with a spark of hope in his eyes.
Hemayet was one of 30 young participants—Rohingya and Bangladeshi—who joined a dialogue titled “Life in Frames” on Wednesday, organized by Young Power in Social Action (YPSA) with support from DW Akademie.
Mohammad Ibrahim and Yasmin Akter moderated the day-long dialogue, which took place in Block B of Camp-1 East. It featured renowned photojournalist Jewel Shil of Prothom Alo and award-winning Rohingya photographer Abdullah, whose personal stories and work inspired participants to see photography as a powerful tool for change.
“Even in the narrow alleys and crowded camps, there are countless untold stories,” Jewel said, encouraging participants to use photography not just to capture beauty but to reveal the truth. Abdullah added, “When I tell my story through photos, it becomes testimony to the world.”
Participants shared dreams of using photography to spread their community’s stories globally.
Project Manager Shihab Zishan stated that the initiative aims to empower young people as storytellers and active changemakers, demonstrating that photos can transcend language and spark hope for a better future.
By Mohammad Morshed
Photo: Courtesy
