Name: When a reporter becomes the story
Uploaded: 2012-07-29T14:55:00Z
Duration: 11 min 41 s
Description: Giles Duley gave up a life of glamour and celebrity as a fashion photographer to travel the world and document the stories of the forgotten and marginalized. While on assignment in Afghanistan he stepped on a landmine, a horrific event that left him a triple amputee. In this moving talk Duley tells us stories of lives lost and found -- including his.

Giles Duley gave up a life of glamour and celebrity as a fashion photographer to travel the world and document the stories of the forgotten and marginalized. While on assignment in Afghanistan he stepped on a landmine, a horrific event that left him a triple amputee. In this moving talk Duley tells us stories of lives lost and found -- including his.

Giles Duley: When a reporter becomes the story

When a reporter becomes the story

Duley's transition from fashion to documenting marginalized stories illustrates the power of photography to evoke change.

Photography not only captures moments but can also be a catalyst for action, as seen in Duley's impactful work with Nick.

Facing personal tragedy, Duley exemplifies resilience, using his experience to deepen his storytelling and advocate for others.