Kasid Wanis

Kasid Wanis, an 87-year-old resident of the Hawizeh marshes in Iraq, embodies the traditional way of life that has thrived on the region's rich aquatic resources. Having navigated the waterways of the marshes using only a pole and his memory, he reminisces about a time when the marshes were vibrant and filled with families and fishermen. His perspective highlights the drastic changes the environment has undergone due to industrial oil extraction, as he reflects on the loss of his community's connection to water and the cultural heritage that the marshes represent.