We are excited to invite you to participate in the Atacama Challenge, a virtual challenge that will take you on an incredible journey from 25th April to 25th May. Inspired by the 'Into Clean Air' Expedition, this challenge is your chance to make a meaningful impact while getting active and connecting with others. 

Participating in our challenge is just like running a marathon. You can ask your friends, family, and anyone else to sponsor you and support ASC. When you sign up, you'll get step-by-step guidance to create your own fundraising page.

Event Details:

Dates: 25th April to 25th May
Challenge: Cover 3650km as a team through any human-powered activity—running, walking, cycling, swimming, and more.
Purpose: Support Action for Stammering Children and fund our Talking Out therapy programme, providing life-changing support to children who stammer.

 

registrations are not available

There are currently no entry options available for this event.

 

Why Join the Atacama Challenge?

Stammering affects approximately 8% of children in the UK, impacting their ability to communicate and their emotional well-being. Everyday interactions can become sources of anxiety and frustration. Our Talking Out therapy programme provides life-changing support to these children, combining expert speech and language therapy with outdoor challenges to help them build self-confidence, resilience, and social connections.

By participating in the Atacama Challenge, you will help us raise awareness and funds for this vital programme. Your involvement will directly support our efforts to ensure that no child who stammers feels alone in their journey.

Meet the Expedition Team:

The Atacama Challenge is inspired by the 'Into Clean Air' Expedition, coordinated by Dr Alan Crofts. Alan is one of our dedicated Stambassadors and has undertaken several desert expeditions and a Royal Marines desert survival programme. The expedition team will be departing in April 2025 to traverse the Atacama Desert using eco-friendly biofuels, raising awareness for environmental sustainability and support for Action for Stammering Children.

Join Us on This Journey:

We invite you to be part of this incredible journey and make a difference in the lives of children who stammer. Visit our event page for more details and to register. Together, we can create a community dedicated to making a positive impact and supporting those who stammer.