This May, I’m taking on 70k in May to support Christian Aid's amazing work with vulnerable communities around the world. In Guatemala, where I left a piece of my heart in the 1990s, Christian Aid is still working with partner organisations to help children and young people find alternatives to the violence on the streets of their towns and cities. Caja Lúdica (https://cajaludica.org/) uses arts-based education to build young people's self-esteem, tolerance and interpersonal skills.
In Dagoretti, an informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya, Christian Aid supports an urban farming project helping families to grow fresh and nutritious food for themselves, and providing a vital cash income.
I'll be thinking of children, young people and their parents in Kenya and Guatemala as I take on this challenge, stepping out to walk and cycle 70K. Will you join me?
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Updates
I was busy at home yesterday, but made up for it with a longer walk today - 6.5 km along the river to Chesterton and back, enjoying trees in full leaf and some beautiful irises and orange poppies. I think that leaves 52.3 km to go! Thanks to those who have sponsored me already.
Congratulations! This activity has received its first donation!
Another local bike ride today - 6.1 k.
A gentle start to the challenge, cycling from home to the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology and back again - 4.8 km.