Jordan Jaunts
Jordan Jaunt
Fundraising for Medecins Sans Frontieres / Doctors Without Borders (MSF)
Story
I’m walking the 640km Jordan Trail solo to fundraise for Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Also known as Doctors Without Borders, MSF delivers lifesaving medical care to the people who need it most, regardless of where they are or whether their stories have hit the headlines.
If you haven’t heard of them, learn about their work here: http://www.msf.org.uk/content/stories
Why the Jordan Trail?
Stretching north from the Red Sea, the Jordan Trail encompasses a range of challenging terrains, from rolling hills and mountains to deserts. It passes the sites of ancient civilisations http://jordantrail.org/about/.
It's time to test myself on a trek of over 500km, and I've wanted to see Jordan ever since I worked in nearby Lebanon but was unable to visit. Imaging walking into the back entrance of Petra!
Why MSF?
For starters, MSF works in Jordan. The organisation provides vital care for some of the country’s 600,000 Syrian refugees, as well as for vulnerable Jordanians. From treating diabetes and heart problems to providing trauma surgery, MSF's work in Jordan is varied and important.
More than 90% of MSF's funding comes from people like you and me. MSF doesn't need government money that comes with strings attached — so by remaining independent, it can go wherever the need is greatest.
When you donate today, you'll be supporting MSF's vital work — both in Jordan and around the world.