By the end of eviction in 1973, the indigenous Chagossian population of approximately 2,500 people were deported. Placed in slums between Mauritius and the Seychelles, families and the community were divided. Having no homes, belongings or skills outside of the coconut plantation, ‘re-settlement’ was extremely difficult. Living in appalling conditions the community struggled to survive.

en Mauritius and the Seychelles, families and the community were divided. Having no homes, belongings or skills outside of the coconut plantation, ‘re-settlement’ was extremely difficult. Living in appalling conditions the community struggled to survive.

In the News

Today the island born population has dwindled to under 750 people. This series of portraits is just a small section of the community who shared their personal history and memories. Each person’s struggle is unique, but all share a common longing for the right to return home.

︎THE GUARDIAN
Tues 12 MAY 2020

Chagos islanders' exile is ongoing breach of human rights, court told

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︎BBC NEWS
20 Jan 2019

Chagos Islands dispute: UK misses deadline to return control

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︎BBC NEWS
20 Jan 2019

Chagos Islands dispute: UK misses deadline to return control

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︎THE CONVERSATION.COM
26 Nov 2020

Chagos Islands: UK refusal to return archipelago to Mauritius show the limits of international law

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︎BBC NEWS
20 Jan 2019

Chagos Islands: UK refusal to return archipelago to Mauritius show the limits of international law

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︎BBC NEWS
20 Jan 2019

Chagos Islands: UK refusal to return archipelago to Mauritius show the limits of international law

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