Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page-- I'm thrilled to have your support. 

While I've done this triathlon without fundraising in the past, I decided to do this for a cause I often feel hopeless about-- contributing to a more peaceful Middle East and upholding the human rights and dignity of people whose lives have been permanently altered by conflict. 

I believe that all human beings have inherit dignity that needs to be protected by our international leaders. However, human beings are flawed and often fail to see that the systems of power we create and benefit from often leave the most vulnerable people even more vulnerable. This is very much the current situation for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. 

I take the call to uphold the dignity of the human person very seriously in my own life, and I encourage everyone reading this to do the same. I was fortunate enough to be born into a position of privilege with the means and resources to impact positive change. I intend to spread love and dignity as far as my heart allows me to in order to create a more peaceful world for future generations. 

Medical Aid for Palestinians' vision is a future where all Palestinians can access an effective, sustainable and locally-led system of healthcare and the full realization of their rights to health and dignity. Their programs provide access to essential health services and build local knowledge and skills to address local health problems. In times of humanitarian emergency, we are ready to respond rapidly with aid and assistance, focusing on the most vulnerable populations. MAP is also committed to bearing witness to the injustices caused by occupation, displacement and conflict. They speak out in the UK and internationally to ensure the political and social barriers to Palestinian health and dignity are addressed.

Thank you for your consideration and support!