Naomi Jones

I am a 23 year old chemical engineer, originally from New Zealand but currently living in Hull, East Yorkshire. I am passionate about empowering people to lift themselves and their communities out of poverty, and look forward to taking part in this challenge as a means of raising awareness and support for some truly inspirational young leaders.

Date of Trip: March 2012

At 5,895m, Kilimanjaro is the tallest freestanding mountain in the world. In March 2012, Iâ??ll be attempting to reach its summit in support of Compassionâ??s Leadership Development Programme (LDP), which enables talented young people in developing nations to receive a university education. Recent graduates of this programme have gone on to become doctors, teachers, agriculturalists, pastors and Members of Parliament. More importantly, they have all become powerful agents of change, helping to break the crippling cycle of poverty that is so dominant in our world today.

Fundraising Target: £4000

I have witnessed first hand the amazing power of education to transform the lives of individuals and entire communities. But without our support, many will simply not have a chance to receive it. Climbing this mountain will be an immense challenge for me, but itâ??s nothing compared to the obstacles faced on a daily basis by those Compassion seeks to help. Letâ??s give them a fighting chance! Please give generously to this fantastic cause. I am personally funding my expedition costs, so your entire donation will go towards Compassionâ??s Leadership Development Programme. Thank you for your support.

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Donation of £20.00 by Hannah Brice

Go Go Go!

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Donation of £200.00 by Naomi

Donation of £30.00 by Rosemary Anthony

Good luck! I hope everything goes well and if there's any other way I can support you let me know.

Donation of £5.00 by Elomobor Izzi

Hey Naomi!! I'll be cheering all the way! God bless you

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Donation of £20.00 by Giang

You're amazing Naomi. Good luck with the trek!

Donation of £20.00 by Sarah Marriott

Good on you for doing this. And good luck.

Donation of £50.00 by Susan Shaw

Good luck! Make it to the top!

Donation of £30.00 by I. Ali

Hi Naomi. Good luck!!! This is a huge challenge for a laudable cause. I wish you the best of luck.

Donation of £25.00 by Fiona Hughes

This is so cool, Naomi! I hope you take lots of pictures!!

Donation of £100.00 by Carolyn

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Good luck, Naomi!!!! :)

Donation of £20.00 by Incy Wincy

Go Spiderwoman

Donation of £10.00 by Dave

Keep Going Naomi - nearly to the top!

Donation of £10.00 by Lydia Balogun-Wilson

Naomi, may the Lord grant you strength like that of an eagle to soar in this challenge!

Donation of £50.00 by Richard Swain

Just great Naomi! Well done!