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Join the courageous team organised by BodyByrne & Great Outdoors as they embark on an exciting expedition to raise funds for The Hope Foundation. Comprised of dedicated individuals including Paul Byrne, Graham Ryan, Alan Keville, Edwin Keville, Marc Bereen, Conor Bereen, Ken Costigan, Nerijus Vasiliauskas, Shane Lynch, and Paul Gallagher, this team is determined to make a difference.
Mission:
To climb Mount Toubkal and raise vital funds for Brian’s Way Resource Centres for children with special needs in Kolkata, India. Your support can help make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Stay tuned for updates and ways to contribute to this noble cause!
Location:
Mount Toubkal is located in the Toubkal National Park in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco, approximately 63 kilometers south of the city of Marrakech.
Elevation:
The summit of Mount Toubkal stands at an impressive 4,167 meters (13,671 feet) above sea level, making it the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains and the entire North Africa region.
The Cause:
All funds raised will be used to support the 3 Brian’s Way Resource Centres that are operated by The Hope Foundation in Kolkata. These incredible barrier-free facilities provide vital services to children with special needs from under-served communities, ensure their access to functional therapy.
The objective is to improve their quality of life by giving them access to important resources such as aids, appliances, and appropriate therapies along with special and inclusive education in schools. The parents are informed about disability, inclusive education, and government schemes. They also receive training to support the children and are motivated to provide continuous support to their children.
A disability-friendly customised bus is used to ensure children with special needs can access the resource centres.
200 children benefit from the support of the 3 centres.