On 31st October Romek and I will be joining a team of fundraising adventurers to take on the challenge of climbing Ben Nevis to raise money for IAPWA (International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals).  My sister, Jo, works for this fantastic charity so it is a cause very close to my heart. I would love to raise as much as possible to help IAPWA to continue the great work they do to change the lives of animals in need around the world. This is a particularly challenging time for IAPWA, like many other charities, so any donation you can make, no matter how small, will make a real difference! Thank you :)

IAPWA (International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals) is a UK registered charity dedicated to creating a better future for animals in need. Our first project, established in 2009, based in Sabah, Borneo, where we have a facility and team providing a lifeline to 1000's of dogs and cats every year in need of veterinary care and support. Our companion animal programmes have since developed in other countries and we've also developed partnerships and launched campaigns to help other species. Wherever there is suffering, we aim to make a difference and with your support we can continue to protect and improve the welfare of animals worldwide.