Rebeca Binda

Rebeca Binda is a Brazilian documentary photographer, journalist researcher, and curator whose work delves into the human dimensions of environmental justice, women's narratives, and forced migration. Her focus is the resilience of traditional communities, particularly the determination of women in safeguarding their culture, lives, and territories.

With a deep understanding of the traditional knowledge held by various local communities in Latin America, Rebeca's work is informed and enriched by cultural insights often overlooked in mainstream discourse. Rebeca holds a master's degree in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography. Her commitment lies in documenting the multifaceted realities of Brazil, acting as a conduit between South America and the Global North to amplify local voices on the international stage while empowering local communities to share their stories authentically.

Additionally, she collaborates closely with organizations such as the London Mining Network and Amazon Watch, aligning with their goals to address the impacts of extractive industries while advocating for human rights and environmental protection.

With a focus on long-term stories, Rebeca's practice serves as a tribute to the resilience of these communities, often situated at the forefront of the environmental crisis. Through storytelling, she strives to document and amplify their fight. By emphasising participatory methods, she actively involves individuals in the storytelling process, looking to ensure that their voices resonate authentically in her work. Through photography and community engagement Rebeca advocates for change and empowerment at the grassroots level.