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Beyond the ring: Boxing in Jamestown breeds hope and a strong sense of community

Head On Photo Festival 2024
Filipe Bianchi
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Filipe Bianchi
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Location: Bondi Beach Promenade, Queen Elizabeth Dr Bondi Beach NSW 2026
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Genres: Photojournalism/Documentary

In Jamestown, Accra, boxing is a profound tradition, offering young boys and girls hope to break free from the grasp of poverty. Local gyms become both training grounds and hubs of inspiration, shaping hardworking and determined individuals. Beyond competition, boxing in Jamestown fosters community and camaraderie during spirited fight nights, where the neighbourhood passionately supports its young fighters.

This rich tradition promotes health and well-being and provides a tangible opportunity for the youth to rise above the challenges of poverty, symbolising the resilience and aspirations of Jamestown’s spirit.

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Filipe Bianchi

Filipe Bianchi lives and works in Lisboa, Portugal. He discovered photography in high school; although he studied architecture, photography has always been present. In his first years, he worked in a studio; nowadays, he prefers to shoot on the street with available light. His work focuses mainly on people’s relationships with one another and their community. Filipe’s work has been published in various national and international publications and exhibited worldwide.

This event has concluded
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Location: Bondi Beach Promenade, Queen Elizabeth Dr Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Hours:
Entry Fee: Free
Genres: Photojournalism/Documentary
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