Dutch photojournalist Nicole Franken focuses her work on human rights violations.
Through the perspectives of individuals and communities directly affected, she explores how global systems shape everyday life and perpetuate inequality and impunity.
Her work appears in newspapers and magazines and also takes the form of long-term projects and books. Publications include De Groene Amsterdammer, Vrij Nederland, Het Parool, Trouw, National Geographic Traveler and OneWorld.
Awards: Golden Freelancer Award (Amsterdam), ADCN Bronze Lamp (Amsterdam), Mother Teresa Memorial Award for Social Justice (Mumbai), Golden Lion (Cannes), Black Pencil (New York) and ADCN Grand Prix (Amsterdam).