About Us
Next Gen Photography
We are a youth-led social enterprise owned and operated by Hope for Community Development, a registered charity.
We are a full-service photography agency serving the Waterloo Region and beyond. Our vision is to elevate the youth of today through the art of photography.
When clients book our services, they are not merely paying for photographs but investing in a greater mission: changing lives through our charity programs.
Hope for Community Development
Hope for Community Development is a Kitchener-based registered charity building a community where everyone belongs and contributes to society.
Hope for Community Development empowers marginalized youth and families in Kitchener and nearby areas through education, programs, and community engagement. Our services help break the cycle of poverty for racialized youth and newcomer families by offering tailored support.
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Our Next Gen Photographers
Our Leadership Team
Zachery McCall
Zachery
McCall is a marketing professional with a BBA in Marketing Management who leads
Next Gen Photography as its Business Development Officer and Marketing
Coordinator, bringing clarity, creativity, and community‑driven purpose to every project.
At Next Gen, he often says, “We don’t just capture moments, we build relationships.” His approach reflects that truth. Whether he’s crafting a narrative, designing a campaign, or supporting a youth-led project, Zachery brings warmth, insight, and a genuine commitment to helping people feel seen. He uses storytelling to build authentic connections bridging clients to their audiences, youth to new opportunities, and communities to one another with warmth, intention, and
trust.
Leeandrae Brown
Leeandrae Brown is a photographer and a undergraduate student at the University of Waterloo who is dedicated to youth empowerment, creative expression, and community development.
She leads the Next Gen Photography youth social enterprise and supports strategic growth at Hope for Community Development, using her creative and leadership skills to uplift others and create meaningful, long‑term change. As a photographer, she combines creativity, intention,
and genuine care capturing moments that clients can cherish for a lifetime.
Francess Dao Dunhann
Francess is the CEO of Hope for Community Development and serves as the Program Manager and Advisor for Next Gen Photography, providing strategic guidance, mentorship, and expertise across business development, marketing, creative direction, and community partnerships.
She supports the youth leadership team in strengthening decision‑making, enhancing program quality, and creating meaningful opportunities for young creatives to build skills, confidence, and real‑world experience.
Ralph Dagoseh
Ralph Dagoseh is the Founder of Hope for Community Development and is also the Program Director for Next Gen Photography.
He is responsible for community partnerships, youth development, and setting the vision for the organization.
Justin Chan
Justin is the Executive Director of The Community Company and is also the Program Manager for Next Gen Photography.
He is responsible for customer relationships, youth empowerment, and growing Next Gen Photography's business and community impact.
Our Supporters:
Next Gen Photography is grateful for the funding it has received to make our vision a reality. This project is supported by TD Bank, the Community Services Recovery Fund from the Government of Canada, The Region of Waterloo's Upstream Fund, and The Co-operators Community Grants.
Our Partner:
Hope for Community Development partnered with The Community Company to research, brand, and launch Next Gen Photography. Over a one-year period, the blueprint for Next Gen Photography was created through an Advanced Entrepreneurship Program with our community's youth.
The Community Company is a Certified B Corporation that works with leading nonprofits to create sustainable social enterprises. To learn more about their work, visit their website at www.communitycompany.org
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