Biography of Miléquêm Diarassouba Photojournalist Côte d'Ivoire
Miléquêm Diarassouba, Photojournalist West Africa from Abidjan, Côte d'ivoire
Documenting West Africa’s Stories of Resilience and Progress
I’m Miléquêm Diarassouba, a photojournalist West Africa based in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, with over 9 years of experience. Through documentary photography and video, I document talent, innovation, health, development, sustainability in my Region (West Africa). I tell stories that inspire my community to take action and engage for positive change. I collaborate with international organizations like UNICEF, Gavi, USAID, and Solthis to show how their programs transform lives and empower communities. My work strengthens trust among their beneficiaries, partners, donors, and target audiences. See what clients say about my work, explore my photographic series, watch my documentary films, and discover my services.
Skilled Visual Storyteller with Global Recognition
My work has been recognized with the 2023 Côte d’Ivoire Documentary Photographer of the Year award and has been featured in Forbes Magazine. I’ve also contributed to UNICEF winning multiple Inspire Awards since 2019 through my video editing expertise, including a 2023 award for a project addressing child labor. I bring a versatile skill set to every project, blending my talents as a filmmaker, photographer, and excellent video editor to create compelling narratives that connect and inspire.
Impactful Storytelling Across West Africa
For over 7 years with UNICEF Côte d’Ivoire, I’ve documented the impact of their programs in health, education, and child protection, producing thousands of photos and hundreds of videos that have reached millions globally. With organizations like Gavi, USAID, and Solthis, among others, I’ve captured initiatives such as the 2024 malaria vaccine rollout, community-driven health projects, and programs addressing women’s sexual health, gender-based violence, and HIV self-testing, creating content that drives awareness and action.
Empowering Communities Through Training
I’m dedicated to empowering the next generation of storytellers. Through workshops in Abidjan and West Africa, I’ve trained hundreds of young people, especially girls, equipping them with photography and videography skills to share their communities’ stories with authenticity.
Building a Sustainable Legacy
A Graduate in TV Journalism from ISTC Polytechnique in Abidjan and a member of the African Photojournalist Database (APJD) by the World Press Photo Foundation since 2023, I’m committed to creating a sustainable legacy through storytelling that inspires future generations in West Africa and beyond. My work is grounded in authenticity, depth, and humanity. I believe in leaving a lasting legacy that will positively impact future generations. I’m committed to sustainability, both in the stories I tell and the legacy we leave behind. With a camera, vision, and ideas, we can transform the world for the better, creating a future that honors both people and the planet.
Let’s Collaborate on Stories That Inspire Change
Ready to bring your story to life? Connect with me for photography, videography, or training projects in Côte d’Ivoire, West Africa, and beyond. See What Clients Say About My Work.
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