Ruth's Big Trek 4 Palestine: A Journey of Hope and Kindness
Ruth Herbert, a determined woman from Lancaster, England, embarked on an extraordinary journey from Lancaster to Turkey to raise awareness and funds for Palestinians. As she set sail from Dover, supporters in Lancaster gathered to send her off, acknowledging her bravery and compassion. With nearly £16,000 already raised, Ruth's Big Trek 4 Palestine has touched the hearts of many, inspiring people to come together in support of a noble cause.
Key Takeaways:
- Ruth Herbert's trek spans from Lancaster to Turkey, covering over 3,000 miles, to raise awareness and funds for Palestinians.
- The journey has already raised nearly £16,000, with Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) being the beneficiary charity.
- Ruth's determination and kindness have inspired supporters, including nurse Lana Abu Hijeh and Lancaster Palestine Solidarity Campaign's Kathryn MacDonald.
- Christian Stretton, a friend of Ruth, describes her as a "beautiful soul" and a "brave woman" who is "truly inspiring."
- Ruth plans to continue her walk through France, surrounded by positivity and kindness, after a smooth ferry crossing from Dover.
- Ruth's journey can be followed on Facebook and Instagram @bigtrek4palestine, and donations can be made through justgiving.com/page/bigtrek4palestine.
Statistics:
- £16,000: the amount of money already raised for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) through Ruth's Big Trek 4 Palestine.
- 3,000 miles: the estimated distance Ruth will cover from Lancaster to Turkey.
- 1: the number of ferry crossing Ruth made from Dover to Calais.
- 1 night: the duration of Ruth's first camping night after the ferry crossing.
Sources:
- Justgiving.com: www.justgiving.com/page/bigtrek4palestine
- Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP): Supporting Palestinians' rights to health and dignity.
- Lancaster Palestine Solidarity Campaign: Supporting Palestinian rights and causes.