96 Miles for Freedom

In three months of war, more than 4 million people have fled Ukraine since the Russia invasion began. There have been seven million displaced persons, separated families, and wounded people. Facilities such as healthcare, water, schools, and homes are damaged or destroyed. The influx of refugees has overwhelmed many countries, like Poland and Moldova, with little resources. 

Two groups of employees from the Institute of Export & International Trade (IOE&IT) will be tackling the West Highland Way in Scotland at the end of May in support of Ukrainian families affected by the war and refugees fleeing the country. One group will be taking on the seven-day, 96-mile hiking trail stretching from Milngavie to Fort William. The second will be cycling by road (129.8 miles).

 

We have named the challenge ’96 Miles for Freedom’ with the hope of raising £9,600 pounds for Ukrainian families and refugees - £100 for every mile completed.

How to donate
We ask all friends, family, colleagues and sympathisers for your support in achieving this fundraising goal, helping us to make a difference for people in dire need of medical aid and basic necessities. You can donate funds via the button below and you can also support the fundraising effort by sharing the page with your friends, family and colleagues.

 

We will also share updates about our progress towards the fundraising goal (£9,600) on this GoFundMe page and Twitter account.

Sponsor a mile for £100 or more and we will give you a shout out to you and your business on our social media channels!
 
Follow the hike
We will be posting updates during the hike on our Twitter - @ioexport and various personal social media platforms. Follow our journey on #96Miles and #IOEHike

The Institute of Export & International Trade
The Institute of Export & International Trade (IOE&IT) was established over 85 years ago to support UK businesses in growing their international markets and trade. The Institute is the leading association of exporters and importers. We provide education and training to professionalise the UK’s international traders.

Our hiking and cycle routes are fully self-funded, and all donations collected will be transferred to the Disaster Emergency Committee.
 

The Disaster Emergency Committee

At times of crisis overseas, the Disaster Emergency Committee brings together 15 leading UK aid charities to raise funds quickly and efficiently. The organization's mission is to save, protect, and rebuild lives in times of crisis by providing effective humanitarian responses.