Disability charity Mencap has announced various events over the coming months in which its Extreme Team will raise money for those with learning disabilities by performing challenging tasks.
The events the Extreme Team will be undertaking include a six-day marathon in the Moroccan Sahara, covering 150 miles of rocky terrain under 120 degrees Fahrenheit temperatures, which takes place this month.Olympic legend James Cracknell will be tackling the marathon to raise money and awareness and has said that although the race will be tough, even by his standards, he is glad to be doing it for a worthwhile cause.Mark Goldring, chief executive for Mencap, said: "As well as having the experience of a lifetime, the money raised will help Mencap support people with a learning disability in the UK to be more independent by living in their own homes and having access to employment, leisure and relationships."The disability charity has also recently invited filmmakers and photographers to enter its Snap! competition, which aims to raise awareness of the difficulties of living with a learning disability.Mencap, 31st March 2009
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