Helen and Nick Young

Hostage International: Beirut and Back - Challenge for All

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In memory of Khalil Dale
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Story

"Something that only happens to other people has just happened to us." These are the words of a dad, on hearing their son had been kidnapped throwing their family into turmoil as they navigated an alien and precarious situation. 

Everyone experiences a life-threatening situation at some point, but hostage-taking falls so far outside the realm of reality that families are left reeling. Thanks to your support, Hostage International's team of trained (mostly volunteer) caseworkers, many with a personal experience of hostage-taking, can step in to provide essential practical and emotional support for families going through such unimaginable turmoil and to help hostages when they return.

One former hostage said: "It is frustrating because I try to explain how it feels, but people can't understand." That is where Hostage International makes a big difference. 

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Join us for a 5,700-mile group virtual challenge in aid of Hostage International. Help us achieve our goal of virtually reaching Beirut and returning using any human-powered means.

About the charity

Hostage International

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Hostage International provides practical and emotional support to those affected by the kidnap or arbitrary detention of a loved one, and to hostages and detainees after release. Our team offers free, independent and confidential support through this traumatic time.

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£180.00
+ £40.00 Gift Aid
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£180.00
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