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Photographer Captures Emberá Struggles with Suicide and Violence

1/18/2026

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Mesa, a photographer, pursued a project documenting suicide in Emberá territories, spurred by depression.
After therapy and medication, he learned about rising suicide rates, especially among women facing domestic violence.
He documented a mother of three who attempted suicide due to her husband's abuse.
He also met trans Emberá women in Bogotá who faced rejection and poverty after fleeing violence.

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Story summary

Mesa, a photographer, pursued a project documenting suicide in Emberá territories, spurred by depression.
After therapy and medication, he learned about rising suicide rates, especially among women facing domestic violence.
He documented a mother of three who attempted suicide due to her husband's abuse.
He also met trans Emberá women in Bogotá who faced rejection and poverty after fleeing violence.