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“Flight of the Swallows” Book Launch
30th April 2025
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Over the past year, we have been working closely with our participation group members, known as The Swallows, to create a book of their lived experience stories. As a food bank in the Trussell Network, we have created a participatory culture where those with lived experience feel seen, heard, valued and empowered. The Swallows decided they wanted to tell their stories, in order to combat stigma. They also wanted to raise awareness of the different support services that Foyle Network Foundation offer, to give others living in poverty a sense of hope.
Karen Mullan, Director of Foyle Network Foundation, shared that “We are delighted and honoured that this group of women have not only written and shared their stories in this book, but they are and continue to be a voice for those in need, and raise awareness of the reality of poverty across Derry and beyond.”
We hope this book will inspire other food banks in the Trussell network to explore creative ways to centre those with lived experience and challenge the misconceptions around people living in poverty.
Flight of the Swallows can be purchased directly from our centre in Springtown, The Network on Strand Road or from Colmcille Press for £10.
