Deo Montesclaros: Reporting From the Margins

2025-07-01

Deo Montesclaros is a photojournalist and writer from Manila, Philippines. His work focuses on human rights, environmental issues, political protests, news, and culture.
While covering news and editorial stories, his lens also captures the religious fervor of a predominantly Catholic nation through religious festivals and cultural events.
Deo has faced political persecution for his critical reporting on environmental degradation, human rights abuses, and the living conditions of marginalized communities in the Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic. He found himself in the crosshairs of the government—subjected to incessant vilification, red-tagging, and trumped-up accusations of financing terrorism—tactics commonly used by the Philippine government to silence critical journalists.

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