22 Quotes by Mariana van Zeller

There is not a lot known about the informal economy, and yet it makes over 60% of the global economy. And these black markets are all around us. It's important for us to know that and to understand how they operate if we really want to stop them.

I'm more sort of attracted to these worlds that are very hard to gain access to. I think those are the most interesting stories.

I've always been attracted to the underworld.

No story is worth a life.

I don't really take no for an answer. Giving up isn't an option.

I truly believe the importance of shining the light on the dark corners of our world.

Communication is what sets us human beings apart from other beings in this world.

Soon after I graduated from Columbia University grad school, the war in Iraq started. I was a young freelance journalist with no experience in conflict zones but I wanted to be close to it, so I moved to Syria.

The bar for loud family meals is set pretty high when you come from Portugal.