The personal safety charity, Suzy Lamplugh Trust, is offering secuurity people a choice of challenges of a lifetime and the opportunity to support their work to reduce the impact and incidence of violence and aggression in our society.
David Adams, Fundraising Manager at the Lodnon-based trust, says: “For over 22 years, the Trust has worked to help people to avoid violence and aggression. We deal with issues as diverse as the safety of London minicabs, stalking, alcohol & safety, safety abroad, on public transport and lone workers safety. In order for us to keep this work going, we need the public’s support and in return we’re delighted to offer them a choice of amazing challenges that they can take part in – which means both they and the Trust benefit.”
Those who decide to take up one of the challenges will pay a registration fee and raise the minimum sponsorship and the will Trust pay for their flights, transfers, accommodation and meals whilst on one of the following amazing trips:
Trek the Great Wall of China (October 10-18)
China leaves a lasting impression on all who go there. It is a country immersed in history, mythology and ancient traditions. This trek takes you along sections of the Great Wall, one of the most fascinating and important archaeological finds and one of the New seven Wonders of the World. Those taking parting the trek will also have free time to spend in historic Bejing.
Climb Kilimanjaro (September 17-27)
Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and one of the largest free standing mountains in the world. This is one of the mountains that every trekker and mountaineer in the world wants to conquer. Kilimanjaro is more or less 24 miles wide and 49 miles long; it is more ecosystem than mountain. Those taking part in this challenge will be climbing the Mount Kibo peak.
Cycling London to Paris (July 17-20)
This long-weekend challenge links two great European cities, covering around 300km in three days. You cycle through undulating countryside towards the south coast, before crossing into France by ferry. From Dieppe you continue through sleepy Normandy villages with some challenging hills to conquer along the way, until reaching the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
London 10k Run (July 12)
The Trust have six places available on their team in 2009, so if you’re interested in running for personal safety please get in touch. The route is a very scenic tour through central London and is suitable for runners of all ages and abilities.
Sponsored Parachute Jump
The Trust are looking for people all over the country to make a sponsored parachute jump on their behalf, and in return are willing to pay for it. There are three types of parachute jump to choose from and you can jump from an airfield near you.
If you would like to find out more about any of the above challenges, contact the Suzy Lamplugh Trust on 020 7091 0014 or by emailing [email protected]
