Dex Together Volunteer Spotlight: Janet

Janet, a DEX Guardian, became part of our DEX Together volunteering initiative earlier this year. Discover the incredible impact she and her fellow volunteers are making at the Barking Food Forest.

BARKING FOOD FORREST

Barking Food Forest is a vibrant community gardening project in Barking Riverside, bringing joy and connection to local children, young people, families, and residents of all ages.

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We asked Janet a few questions about her volunteering role.

"As a part of DEX together I volunteer at Barking Food Forest, a charity that has transformed an unused scrap of land into a thriving space for fresh produce, and community connection."

Janet DEX Guardian

Q&A with janet

Why did you choose this charity and why is it important to you?

I chose this role because it allows me to support what I care about while engaging with my community.

What are your main volunteer responsibilities and what does a typical shift look like?

I love the hands-on work of gardening outdoors, My shifts are varied, with a wide variety of tasks that change with the seasons—from planting and harvesting to maintaining the garden and planning social events.

What do you enjoy the most about volunteering?

I particularly enjoy participating in special events such as community open days, Halloween celebrations, and Christmas gatherings.

"It’s a friendly, welcoming environment where food, ideas, and social connections are shared, and everyone is made to feel welcome and included."

Janet DEX Guardian

GET INVOLVED WITH DEX TOGETHER

.At DEX, we harness our community’s collective power for positive impact through DEX Together, our volunteer program for guardians.

It offers the flexibility to contribute your time and skills to meaningful causes on a schedule that suits you.

BARKING FOOD FORREST

Q&A with janet

GET INVOLVED WITH DEX TOGETHER

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