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Community Noise: Love Beyond Walls Documentary Screening

I was able to attend the screening of "Love in the Trenches" from the Love Beyond Walls organinzation. I first heard about this group on instagram, they were posting about collecting bottles of water for the homeless. I followed them immediately and the level of commitment from the founder, Terence Lesster, is absolutely amazing. The thing that won me over  was the closet strike... This was a project that LBW used to raise awareness for children who struggle with poverty and who often do not have sufficent clothing, for 90 days Terence wore the same "uniform" consisting of khaki pants, a white polo shirt, and a pair of shoes. The dedication is REAL. Terence Lesster has started a movement here in Atlanta with Love Beyond Walls and the people will be greatly effected. What he is doing could change the face of poverty in Atlanta and it proves that change starts with ONE individual making a decision to change.




The screening of "Love in the Trenches" was a clear display of what Love Beyond Walls stands for as an organization. The event was staffed by volunteers alone and artwork showcasing the journey were on display. The documentary talks about the beginnings of the organization, the people it helps and the direction LBW is intending to take. It chronicles the struggles and triumphs of Love Beyond Walls up until this point and allows you to see with your own eyes the sacrifices being made to make a difference.

Catch the "Love in the Trenches" for a short period of time at: lovebeyondwalls.org

Thank You Love Beyond Walls and Terence for taking a stand against poverty in Atlanta!



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