CLIMB FOR JUSTICE MOUNT KENYA HIKE 2021 POSTPONED

1 December 2021, Nairobi, Kenya

The Climb for Justice Initiative hike aimed to summit Lenana Point in Mount Kenya set to take place between 9-14 December 2021 has been rescheduled to 4-9 March 2022.

As the organizers of this initiative, we realize that December 2021 is a hard-pressed month and majority of the climbers have not realized the physical preparedness and fundraising target to enable them to hike comfortably and safely.

As you are aware, this wellbeing initiative mainly aims at raising funds to set up Haki Village – safe space for Human Rights Defenders’ wellbeing, training, research, and creativity.

Through your support, we have so far raised KES 8.4 million through various hikes. We hope that through this momentous hike we can meet the 10 million target- target by 2021.

The fundraising target per climber is KES100,000 (USD1000) of which actual hiking cost is Kshs. 40,000 and the other Kshs. 60,000 supports the fundraiser. We urge you to continue supporting the climbers for justice whenever they knock on your doors for support to reach their personal fundraising targets.

The proposed route for the upcoming hike is the Chogoria to Lenana point and descent from the Naromoru route. A very scenic route but strenuous. This new guidance will give the climbers time for ample preparation for physical fitness and acclimatization.

We urge you to indicate your interest of joining us for the hike by messaging us via WhatsApp 0716200100 or email communication@defenderscoalition.org. There is a team on standby to prepare material to support your fundraising efforts.

Kamau Ngugi, Executive Director

Defenders Coalition