Hi! I’m Emma, and in september 2026 I’ll be trekking to Everest Base Camp with a team from my university as part of the Choose a Challenge UK programme.

I am fundraising for Student Minds, a UK student mental health charity. They work to make sure every student has access to the support they need, and their projects have a real impact on campuses across the country.

Taking on this trek is a huge step for me. It’s demanding, high-altitude, and far outside anything I’ve done before, but that’s exactly why I’m committed to it. I want to use this challenge to champion the importance of mental health and to help Student Minds continue their work supporting students through tough times.

If you’re able to donate, I’d be incredibly grateful. Every contribution helps Student Minds reach more students.

Thanks so much for reading and for any support you can give 💛

Emma Lakhmiri