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Walking 2 Marathons over 4 Days

Want to join me in making a difference?

I’m raising money to benefit Australian Childhood Foundation, and any donation will help make an impact.
Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about Australian Childhood Foundation:

Australian Childhood Foundation supports and defends the rights of all children to a safe and loved childhood - free from violence, neglect and abuse.
Children who have been abused and impacted by violence need specialised help to heal. By providing life-changing counselling to children traumatised by abuse, Australian Childhood Foundation helps these children on the road to healing and recovery - to have a safe and happy future.

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Here’s my story:

As a young girl, I was sexually abused both in the schooling system and out of it. I went to the police & endured weeks of making statements. Justice unfortunately was never served.

Now as an adult, I live daily with Complex PTSD and the trauma from these horrific experiences.

Hearing about all that is currently happening in the childcare system & primary schools has been extremely triggering for me. Instead of remaining quiet, I have chosen to speak up yet again and do something that can help children now and in the future.

MORE NEEDS TO BE DONE, MORE ACTION NEEDS TO BE TAKEN, MORE SUPPORT NEEDS TO BE GIVEN.

I have decided to walk 2 marathons over 4 days from Ballarat to Geelong, in hopes to raise at least $20,000 for the Australian Childhood Foundation.

The Australian Childhood Foundation provides therapeutic care services to support children and young people who have experienced abuse, violence, and relational trauma—helping them feel safe, seen, and supported as they begin their healing journey.

I will begin my walk from Ballarat Central, Victoria on January 6th, 2026.

Feel free to join me as we make ourselves seen, heard and to support children currently experiencing trauma.

Thank you for your support!
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    Lucas, VIC
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