Alongside a group of volunteers my daughter Ellen and I will be spending two weeks at Zhuravichi Orphanage in Belarus, home to 350 young people with learning disabilities, many of whom are autistic.

We will help run fun activities for these kids who sadly lead
limited lives in the orphanage. All through the winter they look back on the happy memories of their last Summer break, and then in the Spring they start looking forward to the next one. 

About the charity and cause:

In April 1986, Chernobyl faced a power plant explosion sending 300 times of Hiroshima into the atmosphere across Europe and North America. Today there are regions in Belarus affected by radiation which continue to impact the lives of families. Almost all types of cancer have increased and thousands of children have developed thyroid cancer, disabilities and health conditions.

Chernobyl Children’s Project (CCP) supports families and children
of Belarus in many incredible ways- and we will be lucky enough to play a part in their wonderful work this summer!

It is only recently that people in Belarus are beginning to
diagnose and believe that autism as a condition exists. Sadly autistic young people are the ones who live in the worst conditions, and are in need of the most help.

All volunteers need to raise a minimum of £350 to pay for the cost
of the accommodation and flights and to help fund the fun activities for the children.

We would love to raise as much as possible to give these kids the
amazing summer experience they deserve.

We would be so grateful for any donations you can make- every
penny counts and will make a real difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable and overlooked children.

Thank you in advance for your kind support- we are so excited to
take part in this incredible experience! :)