Kristen Ashburn
Visionary Photojournalist | Bearing Witness to Humanitarian Crises
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Kristen Ashburn is an award-winning photojournalist whose powerful imagery has brought global attention to humanitarian crises. Her work covering the AIDS epidemic in Africa, the conflict in Darfur, and the aftermath of natural disasters has been featured in National Geographic, TIME, and The New York Times.
Ashburn's intimate, empathetic approach to visual storytelling has earned her numerous honors, including a World Press Photo award. In her keynotes, she shares firsthand accounts of how photography can inspire action, foster understanding, and drive positive change around the world.
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The face of AIDS in Africa
In this moving talk, documentary photographer Kristen Ashburn shares unforgettable images of the human impact of AIDS in Africa.
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