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Ray of Light.

Inside their modest home in the impoverished outskirts of Jinka, a mother holds her baby tightly in her arms as the little girl gazes upward with eyes full of wonder and curiosity. The mother, with a loving and protective gaze, attentively watches her child, reflecting the deep bond that connects them. The simple yet vibrant walls tell stories of daily struggles and resilience. Sunlight filters through the openings in the house, illuminating their moment of connection and transforming this intimate scene into a symbol of hope. In the outskirts of Jinka, newborns face vulnerabilities to poverty, malnutrition, and disease due to a lack of access to medical care and proper hygiene. However, the resilience of mother and daughter offers a glimmer of hope for a better future, representing a life that continues to dream and fight, even amidst difficulties.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2020
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: jinka, Ethiopia
Camera: NIKON Z 6
Copyright: © GIULIO BERTCCI