Hi,

Having a stammer in a fast paced world can be a challenge. We all know what a stammer sounds like but not what it feels like and positively managing the feelings connected with it, combined with the physical struggle to say a word can be immensely difficult. For some it can greatly affect a persons mental health, career choices and life's decisions.

Empowering Voices is a community led charity, ran by & for people who stammer. The charity deliver courses teaching a breathing technique that can make an immense difference and provide ongoing support.

I've recently attended this course, it's personally had a great impact on me and whilst facing the fun challenge of running a marathon...the furthest i've ever ran! I would love to take this opportunity to raise money for Empowering Voices. Funds are used to run courses, source venues, & support people on low incomes to attend.

Having a stammer all my life, I'm truly inspired by this charity, the professionalism of the trustees and the support provided by all the members is amazing. Thank you.