Pro-Palestinian peaceful protests referred as “student intifada” have spread in the world's university campuses in response to the Israel's invasion of the Gaza Strip and its war conduct, accused of violating international law and targeting civilians. Protests, including occupations, rallies, demonstrations and campaigns, demand that the universities sever academic ties with Israel, support a ceasefire, and disclose investments. Every one of Gaza's 12 universities has been destroyed. Israa University, the last remaining one in Gaza was demolished by the Israeli military on 17 January.
Marioluca Bariona lived in Turin, Ventimiglia, and Genoa, where he graduated in nursing. As a social activist, he uses photography as a medium to raise awareness around community and environmental issues.
Awards Emergency al Borgo 2016: First place
Chromatic Awards 2021: Honorable Mention in Photojournalism category
Trieste Photo Days 2022: Selected for exhibition
Black And White Photo Awards 2023: Honorable mention in the Landscape/Nature/Water category
Prix de la Photographie Paris 2023: Bronze prize in the Press/People/Personality category
Chromatic Awards 2023: Honorable Mention in the Photojournalism category
Black And White Photo Awards 2024: Honorable mention in the Documentary category
