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With her book Fragile as Glass, Sitara Thalia Ambrosio presents a sensitive and stirring photographic essay that documents the fates of several queer people in Ukraine. The long-term project creates space for images and thoughts that are increasingly occluded in times of crisis and war. Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, the political and social reformation of the country initiated by Euromaidan has been severely tested. Old priorities have shifted, taken a back seat, or are more in focus than ever. The difficult situation of the community is further exacerbated by war, homophobic and anti-trans propaganda driven by Russia, and the persecution of queer activists. The book tells their stories by way of example. Quotes and interviews complement the documentary photos from the lives of the five protagonists. In intimate, powerful, and moving portraits and statements, the fragility of their situation is exposed, and it becomes clear how the war affects their lives, their environment, their identity, and sexuality. AUTHOR: Sitara Thalia Ambrosio is a German Photojournalist and Visual Storyteller. She contributes to various online and print media on an international scale. Her journalistic focus revolves around gender-related issues, migration, and human rights violations, often exploring underrepresented topics in conflicts. Ambrosio actively incorporates elements of her reporting into educational presentations, particularly addressing subjects like migration in school settings. Several of her works have been exhibited and awarded. Among others, she and a team received the prestigious Grimme Online Award in 2022, for the multimedia reportage ""Kandvala."" In 2023, Ambrosio's photographic long-term essay ""Fragile as Glass"" won the residency prize of the Portraits - Hellerau Photography Award. Ambrosio is dedicated to illuminating gender issues within her industry. She participates in panel discussions, such as those organized by the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ). Ambrosio is a member of the German Female Fotoclub. SELLING POINTS: . Shortlist Fotobus Library Award 2024 . The book accompanying the award-winning photo essay: Cortona On The Move Awards (Shortlist, 2024) / Hellerau Photography Award (Residenzy Price, 2023) 35 colour illustrations

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Sitara Thalia Ambrosio is a German Photojournalist and Visual Storyteller. She contributes to various online and print media on an international scale. Her journalistic focus revolves around gender-related issues, migration, and human rights violations, often exploring underrepresented topics in conflicts. Ambrosio actively incorporates elements of her reporting into educational presentations, particularly addressing subjects like migration in school settings. Several of her works have been exhibited and awarded. Among others, she and a team received the prestigious Grimme Online Award in 2022, for the multimedia reportage ""Kandvala."" In 2023, Ambrosio's photographic long-term essay ""Fragile as Glass"" won the residency prize of the Portraits - Hellerau Photography Award. Ambrosio is dedicated to illuminating gender issues within her industry. She participates in panel discussions, such as those organized by the European Federation of Journalists (EFJ). Ambrosio is a member of the German Female Fotoclub.

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