Maidenhead Rotaract and Rotary Swim Against Malaria

 

On Sunday 18^th May three members of Maidenhead Rotaract and 3 members of Maidenhead Rotary took part a sponsored swim in aid of World Swim Against Malaria.

 

Malaria is one of the biggest disease killers in the world. It kills at least 1.5 million people every year with 70% of the deaths being children under 5. That’s equivalent to one child dying of malaria in Africa every 30 seconds, or 7 jumbo jets full of children disappearing from malaria every day.

 

Lisa Burnett, President Maidenhead Rotaract, decided that it was time to take action and raise money to support this amazing cause and organised the sponsored event.

 

The team swam a total of 192 lengths of the Magnet Leisure Centre Swimming pool in just 30 minutes.   But more importantly they have raised over £250 for the charity.

 

This money will buy approximately 100 bednets (mosquito nets) which will help 500 people in malaria infected countries by preventing the spread of infection.

 

Adam Hunter, member of Maidenhead Rotaract, said “It’s amazing what just a couple of hours can achieve one Sunday morning, it’s just great to know that the effort we’ve put in is going to make such a difference to so many people.”

 

He continued, “Being part of Maidenhead Rotaract enables me, and many other 18-30 year olds, to do good in the local, national and international community whilst having a great time.  Just think of the difference we’ve made today for example”.

 

Lisa commented “It was just great to have members of Maidenhead Rotary join us in our swim.  Working together is one way we can make even more of a contribution to the world, helping those that need it most.”