GLOBAL ‘SECURITY’
Public protest amplifies the voices of civilians, which are often drowned out amid political debates and dictation. It is a means to express passion and opinion regarding what is important to the people. These photos were taken at a protest against the new French law “Sécurité Globale,” which threatens a €45,000 fine and up to a year in prison for filming or photographing the police with ‘bad intent’, seen by many as a violation of modern democracy.
Living in Paris, I frequently find myself immersed in protests as the French persistently take to the streets year after year to advocate for justice. Although these images convey an almost still atmosphere, the moments and visuals they capture create the ambiance of a battleground, symbolizing the struggle for legal rights. I aimed to document these events to raise awareness of the current atmosphere in one of the world’s most visited capitals.