Emre Çaylak
Lucky Sniper (Single)
DESCRIPTION
A portrait of a young sniper named Lucky, aged 21, reveals a profound story of resilience and hope. Having fought in the battles of Mariupol and Bakhmut and endured the trials of Russian captivity, he stands as a testament to the courage of Ukraine’s youth, who are willing to risk everything for a future free from oppression.
Lucky is not just a soldier; he is a young man who has faced immense hardships and traumas. His journey reflects the struggles and sacrifices of countless others, embodying the spirit of those who fight for their homeland.
This image speaks to the quiet strength and determination of young Ukrainians, who, despite their suffering, remain steadfast in their commitment to freedom. In the face of adversity, they seek not only to defend their land but to forge a brighter future.
AUTHOR
I am a Turkish photojournalist based between Turkey and Ukraine. My work focuses on conflicts, migration and human rights violations around the world.
I started my journalism career covering the Syrian war in 2012. Since then, I have been working with Syrian communities in Turkey. From 2018 to 2020, I worked in Hawaii, India, China, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, producing stories on human rights violations as well as human-environment interactions driven by various political, social, and cultural processes.Since January 2022, I have been covering Ukraine, capturing the buildup to Russia’s war and subsequent invasion focusing on the human cost of the war.
I am a member full member of Diversify , USA. and Agentur Focus in Germany
AWARDS
2024 - Shortlisted - Sienna International Photo awards
2024 - Shortlisted - Amnesty Media Awards
2023 - Finalist - Photojournalist of the year - British Journalism Awards
2023 - International Women's Media Foundation grantee
2022 - Winner of the Hostwriter prize
2021 - Winner of Tokyo International photography awards bronze - Turkey
2021 - Journalism EU grantee
2019 - Finalist - German reporter's award - Multimedia (Deutscher Reporterpreis)
2019 - “Journalismfund.eu” grantee
2018 - “Olin Grant” grantee - Netzwerk Recherche
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