They have been planning this challenge for a few months, and have now confirmed all funds raised will go to support the mission of Peace and Mind UK.
Who are Peace and Mind?
Peace and Mind are dedicated to improving mental health in today’s society, by promoting mindfulness to create a more compassionate and supportive community for all. The modern world in which we live has made life easier in some ways but seems to have impacted our mental health negatively.
Young people have a far more complicated life now with the technology available. Smart phones and social media have increased pressures on both young people and their parents. We have 24 hour information overload in our hands. Information ranging from all of the troubles in the world, to filter perfect Instagram models.
- Alarming Surge in Child Mental Health
- Youth Psychiatric A&E Tripled 2010-2018
- Disturbing Youth Self-Harm Statistics
- Youth Suicide: A Devastating 2019 Reality Emerges
Brianna’s Story
16 year old Brianna Ghey was brutally murdered on the 11th February 2023. Throughout Brianna’s teenage years she suffered with poor mental health. Her mental health worsened during the pandemic. Brianna became used to living her life online and would refuse to go out due to anxiety. She struggled so much that the high school which she attended had to give her a reduced timetable and accommodate her learning in smaller classes.
Let’s help children prioritise mental health
Turning back the clock to a time where there is no internet is an impossible task. But if we can teach children and young people how to take care of themselves and prioritise their mental health, this could reduce the chance of them going down the dark hole that Brianna found herself in.
"I'm delighted that Mike and James from labdesk have chosen Peace & Mind UK for their fundraiser. This challenge isn't only going to be hard work for the body, but for the mind as well! This is going to take strength and mental resilience - I am in complete admiration! I will be cheering you both on from the side-lines. Good luck" 🌸 – Esther Ghey, Director at Peace & Mind UK
The Challenge - 30x30
What do you get when you combine a 30kg sandbag, 30+ kilometres of terrain, and 2 of the labdesk directors?
A fund-raising challenge like no other!
The labdesk directors are taking on the 30x30 challenge to raise funds and awareness for Peace and Mind UK.
The 30x30 challenge is not for the faint-hearted. It involves carrying a 30kg sandbag over 30+ KM of varied terrain. The directors will have to endure physical and mental fatigue, muscle soreness, blisters, and weather conditions. They will have to work as a team, support each other, and push themselves to the limit.
- 30KG Sandbag
- 30+KM
- 23rd August 2024
- Starting from Birchwood Park
To find out more about the challenge:
https://labdesk.co.uk/blog/3030
To donate to Peace & Mind UK and to support the challenge, please visit:
Update
Mike and James smashed their 30x30 challenge as they both hit 50km so just over 30 miles instead of the original plan of 30km!
There is still time to help make an impact and any donation will make a huge difference. Visit crowdfunder.co.uk/p/labdesk3030-1 to support.