Gentex Corporation Announces New Partnership with the Board of the Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant

CARBONDALE, PA, October 28th, 2024 – Gentex Corporation, the global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, emergency responders and industrial personnel, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Board of the Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant, offering a unique grant dedicated to ensuring the protection of an aspiring photojournalist in the field.

As part of the grant, the recipient will receive cutting-edge personal safety equipment, including the Ops-Core® FAST® SF High Cut Helmet System — widely used by special forces — and high-grade body armor.

Additionally, the grant will provide comprehensive Hostile Environment Training through an intensive 4-day course in the UK, with all travel and expenses fully covered.

About Gentex Corporation

With a history of innovation that spans 130 years, Gentex Corporation is a leading supplier of products that advance personal protection and situational awareness for global defense forces, emergency responders and industrial personnel operating in high-performance environments. Our portfolio includes helmet system platforms, hearing protection and communications products, and capability upgrades for defense and security forces sold under the Gentex and Ops-Core brands, as well as PureFlo® industrial respiratory protection systems. Privately held, Gentex is headquartered in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, and supports its global customers through a worldwide distributor network and facilities in the U.S., the U.K. and Australia.