On the 12th March 1930, Mahatma Gandhi set out from his ashram to embark on an epic 240 mile protest march to the town of Dandi, on the coast of Gujarat, to make salt. As salt was taxed, it was against the law to gather it in British India. Gandhi's simple act of non-violent defiance drew global attention to the injustice and absurdity of the British Raj. Between the 12th March and 5th April 2024 I will walk the original route of Gandhi's Salt March to raise funds for Born Free.

I have chosen to fundraise for Born Free because I am passionate about wildlife conservation. Born Free rescues, rehabilitates wild animals from captivity, protects species and habitats, advocates for compassionate conservation, and lobbies for wild animal welfare worldwide. Born Free works in India protecting the Satpuda forest region, the largest block of tiger habitat in the country. Mahata Gandhi believed that we all have a responsibility to take care of the environment because all life is sacred. As a result of hunting, persecution and habit loss over 96% of tigers have been lost in the last 100 years. Can you imagine a world without these magnificent creatures? I don't know anyone who wouldn't be devastated if tigers disappeared from the wild.

Please help me support Born Free by donating as much as you can. Anything you can give really will help wildlife. And don't forget to add Giftaid if you are a taxpayer - this comes at no cost to you and helps Born Free receive even more money!

Thank you for your support!