Outer Islanders

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Photos of the people
from the outer islands of
YAP, Micronesia

 

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On the main island of Yap the Outer Islanders
are considered second class citizens.
Those coming to work are allowed to live in this community called Madrich.

 

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Madrich seen in the background.

 

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woman in her dwelling

 

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making the lava lava worn by the females

 

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female

 

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male

 

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child

 

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the bedroom
(mats on the floor with the hanging frame for the child.)

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