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COMMUNITY BEFRIENDING IN ACTION– PARTICIPANT STORIES David “I think the 13 raw exhibition was great to show people the experience of being homeless. Electric Picnic was amazing fun. Getting out into the place and meeting new people, getting to talk to people. Getting to talk to people about my experiences with Depaul Ireland was brilliant, and especially experiences with befriending. It was great to tell people how befriending can help you put your life back on track. I loved doing the movie, the experience of how to set up a studio, record sound and put a film together was great, I wouldn't normally get a chance to do it and it was a brilliant experience. Working with homeless people and giving them the opportunity to make a movie is so worthwhile. Through the social committee meetings I get a say in befriending events which gives me a say into what we can do. Depaul Ireland are really helpful at getting people involved in events, as well as meeting others. They are especially good at supporting service users like myself in finding somewhere to live.”