Muslims wait before Eid al-Fitr prayers in a sports hall in Bucharest, Romania. Photo: Vadim Ghirda |
Vadim Ghirda tells us why he chose this photo
A key part of my mission as a photographer at the AP is to offer a view into the lives of those who receive little or no attention, including people labeled as “minorities”—religious, ethnic, people with disabilities, or those with a sexual orientation different from the “majority.” While Islam is a minority religion in Romania, I cover Muslim holidays such as Eid al-Fitr each year to help ensure this community is included in AP’s global coverage. Read more about getting the image.
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