Boxmoor Direct January 2024 | Page 19

LOCAL HOMELESSNESS CHARITY UNVEILS POWERFUL PHOTO EXHIBITION TO CELEBRATE LANDMARK BIRTHDAY
DENS , a charity based in Hertfordshire , has launched a “ captivating ” online photography exhibition in collaboration with professional TV and advertising photographer , Rob Parfitt .
Journeys celebrates DENS ’ 20th anniversary as a registered charity by portraying the diverse and positive stories of the charity ’ s clients , past and present . The exhibition brings together bold and vibrant portrait photography with inspiring , firsthand quotes .
The charity ’ s mission is to help rebuild the lives of people in the borough of Dacorum facing homelessness , poverty and social exclusion through a range of integrated services .
Wendy Lewington , DENS CEO , said : “ The unveiling of Journeys is a fitting way to end a year of celebrations for our landmark 20th birthday .
“ The striking photos on display offer a
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unique and engaging snapshot of the people we have been so proud to support on their paths towards a brighter future .”
Rob Parfitt , who has previously worked with high-profile broadcasters such as BBC , Channel 4 and Netflix , generously volunteered his time and talents to produce the exhibition .
He said : " Through my lens , I wanted to capture not just images , but captivating stories of resilience , hope and humanity .
“ It ' s a real honour to commemorate the anniversary of this incredible homelessness charity , shedding light on just a small percentage of the many people they have helped throughout the past 20 years .”
Journeys , the online photography exhibition celebrating 20 years of DENS , can be viewed at www . dens . org . uk / journeys .
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