Jonathan Simpson https://journals.worldnomads.com/jonathansimpson/ Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:14:07 GMT World Nomads Adventures Singapore has the most millionaires (per capita) in the world. To build the high rise developments and clean the pristine streets, low wage workers migrate from all over Asia. These workers are exploited by their employers and marginalised by the general public. I partnered with a local charity in Singapore that provides support to the migrant workers, and travelled to Bangladesh to deliver video messages to their families. The more time I spent with the workers and learnt about their dire situation, the more I could see myself in their shoes if I had been born Bangladeshi. I am interested in using photography for social change, and I believe that photographs can positively impact both the subject and viewer. I am a strong candidate for this scholarship as I make the most out of any opportunity and it would help to kickstart my career as a humanitarian/documentary photographer that works to make a positive change in the world. https://journals.worldnomads.com/jonathansimpson/photos/51037/Singapore/My-Scholarship-entry-I-am-Fine-Singapores-Migrant-Workers Travel Singapore jonathansimpson https://journals.worldnomads.com/jonathansimpson/photos/51037/Singapore/My-Scholarship-entry-I-am-Fine-Singapores-Migrant-Workers#comments https://journals.worldnomads.com/jonathansimpson/photos/51037/Singapore/My-Scholarship-entry-I-am-Fine-Singapores-Migrant-Workers Wed, 19 Nov 2014 02:28:00 GMT 0 In this over-saturated world of imagery, there is increasing demand for meaningful photographs that contribute something to society. I desire not just to be a photographer who can make stunning photographs, but to be one that can comment on issues, tell stories and elicit emotions. I am currently studying photography in London with that goal in mind, however I believe you learn so much more out in the field, which is why I am applying to this scholarship. If I can make a living out of photography then that would be great, but the aim is to learn how to make photographs with meaning, that contribute something. I spent the first ten years of my life in Pakistan, because of this I am fascinated with exploring new places and cultures, especially in Asia. The camera is an excellent tool to connect with people you meet. I find myself in encounters that i wouldn't be in if it wasn't for my camera, to communicate the stories of these encounters to others is a bonus. I chose to tell the story of Jodhpur, India through the photographs I made. Ever since I saw photographs by Steve McCurry of this city with enchanting blue streets I wanted to explore it with my lens, so I did. https://journals.worldnomads.com/jonathansimpson/photos/39468/India/My-Scholarship-entry-A-place-I-have-visited Travel India jonathansimpson https://journals.worldnomads.com/jonathansimpson/photos/39468/India/My-Scholarship-entry-A-place-I-have-visited#comments https://journals.worldnomads.com/jonathansimpson/photos/39468/India/My-Scholarship-entry-A-place-I-have-visited Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:21:00 GMT 0