This photographic project involved collaboration between photographer Gerard Liston and ten people seeking asylum who are being supported by St Augustine’s in Halifax. Participants represent countries around the globe, from Eritrea to Iran and from Syria to El Salvador. An initial discussion explored aspect of their lives that bring them a sense of hope and joy. Each participants’ comments provided the brief for gathering a collection of images – some taken on a high-quality camera and some gathered from mobile phones. Out of these, two were selected to become part of a free online photobook and a free exhibition for Refugee Week.

Online Photobook: https://issuu.com/gerard-liston/docs/compassion?fr=sYjI5YTE3MjA0Njc