Hiking across the Wadden Sea for water justice

The expedition

In July I will participate in the "Wadlopen for water" expedition. For 2 days, we will hike through the Wadden Sea to raise support for better access to clean drinking water for everyone. Starting from Lauwersoog in the North of the Netherlands, we will walk to the island of Schiermonnikoog during the low tide. With the sea up to our waist at times, we will cover about 40km in total.

Why am I doing this?

I like to challenge myself and very much enjoy to go hiking in nature, but more importantly, I love to put my energy in projects that make the world a fairer and more sustainable place. Whatever the scale. I try to make an impact at my job, at home, and now I will do it from the Wadden Sea!

What is it for?

Currently more than 2 billion people live without access to safe drinking water. It is expected that climate change will only increase water scarcity. This takes a greater toll on women and children because they are often the ones responsible for collecting it. When water is further away, it requires more time to collect, which often means less time at school.

The Water Justice Fund finances local partners in Nepal, Bangladesh and Kenia, who provide local women and girls with the means to solve water-related problems.

How can you help?

My goal is to raise 2000€ for the Water Justice Fund. You can contribute to more water justice worldwide by joining my campaign through a donation, directly on this page. Any support would be amazing! In exchange, I will keep you updated on my adventure and share pictures of the beautiful nature of the Wadden Sea.

PS: The costs of the expedition itself are covered by me, your donation goes entirely towards the Water Justice Fund.

Thanks in advance for your support!

Quinten