About me

Marijn Fidder (b. 1997) is a Dutch documentary photographer who focuses on current affairs and contemporary social issues. She uses photography to speak on behalf of the voiceless, and to advocate for the rights of all who are vulnerable. Her work has appeared in National Geographic, CNN Style, NRC Handelsblad, Het Financieele Dagblad, Evangelische Omroep, GUP New Talent and ZEIT Magazin, among others. 

Some selected awards and grants

2019 First prize Hollandse Fotoprijs - Naughty Cells

2019 First prize Zilveren Camera 'National Documentary Photography' - Naughty Cells

2020 First prize Wellcome Photography Prize 'Social Perspectives' 

2021 First prize National Geographic Fotowedstrijd 'Human'

2024 First prize International Photography competition Florida Museum of Photographic Arts

2024 Shortlist Global Peace Photo Award - Photo series and single images Inclusive Nation 

2024 Barcelona International Photography Festival on Human Rights and Global Justice - Inclusive Nation​​

2024 First prize reFocus Awards 2024 'Underwater' - Husnah Kukundakwe

2025 Finalist Pictures of the Year International 'Daily Life Picture Story' - Inclusive Nation

2025 Nomination Zilveren Camera 'International Documentary Photography' - Left Behind

2025 Third prize 2025 Best of Photojournalism 'Feature Story' - Inclusive Nation

2025  Winner World Press Photo 'Single Image, Africa' - Tamale Safalu