Marius Smiejek

Marius Smiejek

photographer United States

Marius Smiejek is a documentary photographer from the United States who dedicated seven years to documenting the lives of women involved in galamsey in Ghana. He highlights their struggles and humanity, advocating for understanding and support rather than judgment, as they strive to provide for their families.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
115,085
Power
248$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Ghana 1 9.00 0.37% +0% 31,072,945 115,085 $67,000 248$
Totals 1 31,072,945 115,085 $67,000 248$
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Recent Mentions

Ghana Ghana: Marius Smiejek, who spent seven years documenting the lives of women in galamsey, emphasised that the women were not criminals, but rather mothers and caregivers trying to support their families. 9

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: Musician Rocky Dawuni calls for addressing galamsey with empathy, understanding