News Release, 7 June 2007
The Mental Health Foundation is calling on men and women across the UK to put on their walking shoes and trek through the Sahara in March 2008 to raise money for the charity.
The nine-day journey, including seven days trekking, will take you through the desert’s dunes, mountains and valleys and enable you to experience Moroccan food and culture.
London resident, Alison Faulkner took part in the 2006 trek. Alison, who used to work for the charity raised over £2200 and said:
“It sounds a bit of a cliche to say it was the trip of a lifetime – but it was! A journey of extremes: from the heat and fatigue to the camaraderie, excitement and sense of achievement! I suppose, for me, it was finding resources inside myself to overcome some of the difficulties, feeling stronger and more resilient as a result, and enjoying it all.”
Andrew McCulloch, Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation said:
“This challenge offers people a once in a lifetime opportunity to combine exploring one of the world’s most breathtaking deserts with raising money for a good cause. The money raised will help us to continue helping the 1 in 4 people who suffer a mental health problem each year, their family and their friends.”
The nine-day trip takes place from 8 – 16 March 2008. Anyone can take part and will receive a personal training plan to help get into shape. Participants are required to pay a registration fee of £249 and raise a minimum of £2,000 in sponsorship money. All travel, accommodation, camping equipment, meals, guides and medical support are included.
To find out more about the Sahara Trek, email events or visit challenge events.
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For more information please contact Simon Loveland on 020 7803 1130 or email Simon Loveland.
The Mental Health Foundation uses research and practical projects to help people survive, recover from and prevent mental health problems. We work to influence policy, including government at the highest levels. And we use our knowledge to raise awareness and to help tackle the stigma attached to mental illness. We reach millions of people every year through our media work, information booklets and online services.
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