TED Talks Daily Family, hope and resilience on the migrant trail | Jon Lowenstein
Aug 21, 2019
Jon Lowenstein, a documentary photographer and TED Fellow, has been documenting the migrant journey from Latin America for over 20 years. He shares poignant stories and captivating images from his project, "Shadow Lives USA," revealing the struggles and resilience of families escaping violence and poverty. The conversation dives into the moral dilemmas at the U.S.-Mexico border and draws parallels between historical exiles and today's challenges faced by migrants. Through personal narratives, it highlights the unwavering strength of hope and community.
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Ethical Dilemma on the Border
- Jon Lowenstein recounts a tense encounter with a coyote named Pedro.
- Pedro challenged Lowenstein, asking if he would prioritize his photography or a drowning migrant.
Humanizing Migration
- Lowenstein's work documents the migrant journey, focusing on the resilience of individuals.
- His photographs aim to humanize migrants and challenge viewers' perspectives.
Day Laborers' Struggle
- Lowenstein shares stories of day laborers in Chicago, highlighting their struggles and exploitation.
- He describes a powerful moment with Tomas, who declared, "Our bodies are all we have."