My name is Achilleas and I am a student at the University of Reading. During next summer I will be flying to Tanzania, to climb Kilimanjaro. With an altitude of 5895m, it is the tallest mountain in Africa and at the same time the tallest free-standing mountain worldwide. From my point of view, it is a physical and mental challenge and at the same time an
unforgettable experience.

   My trip will be supported by the Meningitis Research Foundation, which is trying to raise awareness against 2 fatal diseases: Meningitis and Septicaemia. They can kill you within 12 hours and they are responsible for the death of at least 5 million people annually and especially children under the age of 5. Strange as it might seem, these two diseases can kill more people than malaria, measles, tetanus and AIDS all together! Meningitis Foundation is constantly working to reinforce access to vaccines and health systems, to diagnose, treat and support the victims of this infectious disease. Furthermore, the organization has pioneered a global roadmap, bringing together global expertise to eliminate meningitis by 2030.

   And that’s the reason I joined the Kilimanjaro trek. I want  to save the lives of people suffering from this disease, by contributing to this huge milestone. Over the next months and up to 10 weeks before the beginning of the trek, I will be organizing different types of fundraising events, intending to reach an amount of 3890 pounds. All I ask is your support to reach my goal, as it will be an
enormous benefit to the Meningitis Research Foundation. Each donation brings us closer to this goal and would mean the world to the victims of this disease. It is high time to make Meningitis a global health priority and that can be achieved only with your contribution.

Many thanks in advance,

Achilleas