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MENCAP - supporting people with learning disabilities.

Hi! My name is Chris and I am a vet in Queensland, Australia and I am running the 2025 London Marathon to support Mencap. This cause is close to my heart as my 8year old nephew Arthur has Down's Syndrome. He lives in England so I don't see him as much as I would like; I want to show how much he means to me by fundraising for a charity that helps amazing people like him. 

More about Mencap and their work is below:

Right now, people with a learning disability face inequalities in every area of life with almost 1 in 3 young people with a learning disability spending less than 1 hour outside their home on a typical Saturday. 

They face barriers finding a job, accessing activities in their local community and receiving good quality healthcare. We tackle these issues head on by providing support in a way that meets individual needs and encourages greater independence.

We give expert advice and information that empowers people and their families. And we campaign relentlessly for changes that brings greater equality for people with a learning disability.

By supporting Team Mencap you will be helping us to support people with a learning disability to live the life they choose, and do the things they love.