Amber Bracken, born in April nineteen eighty-four, is a distinguished Canadian photojournalist renowned for her compelling coverage of issues impacting Indigenous peoples across North America.
Her work has garnered significant recognition, including a prestigious World Press Photo first prize in two thousand seventeen for Contemporary Issues. In two thousand twenty-two, she achieved the remarkable honor of winning the overall World Press Photo of the Year, solidifying her status as a leading voice in photojournalism.
Bracken's commitment to her craft was evident when she was arrested in two thousand twenty-one while documenting the protests against the Canadian pipeline and railway projects. Her fearless reporting continues to shine a light on critical social issues, making her an influential figure in contemporary journalism.