Darkness Into Light

A walk into sunrise as a part of a global event for mental health awareness and fundraising

Rachael Community April 1, 2023 at 8:00 am
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Project Description

Darkness Into Light is a tradition that began in Ireland in 2009 for suicide prevention and awareness, signifying walking from darker days to lighter days together.

Now happening across 19 countries with 400,000+ attendees, we bring this to Malta on the 6th May with the challenge to walk from Valletta Triton Fountain at 3:15am, and arrive in Sliema in time to meet the sunrise with a catered breakfast provided.

We will be raising awareness and fundraising for the mental health support charity “Walk and Talk”. This is a registered VO that provides monthly walks in Malta for those struggling with Mental Health. Your donation will help us to continue and expand this invaluable work at a time when this support is needed more than ever.

The full walk will be fast paced, but we aim to remain inclusive in our events, so those unable to take on the full route can join at any point. A map will be provided on our website with predicted times to arrive at certain points, or you are also welcome to join us for breakfast to watch the sunrise in Sliema at 5:30am.

Please help us to help communities across Malta – every donation really does make a difference!

Walk & Talk – VO 2305

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Project FAQ

Where is the meeting point?
- The main route starts from The Triton Fountain in Valletta.
- You can join along the route at any point with the map provided.

What time do we start?
- We will leave The Triton Fountain at 3:15am sharp. Please meet by 3am.
- We will provide estimated times of arrival at certain points along the route on the map to join us.

How do I get there?
- Unfortunately there is no public transport at this time so please drive, car share or taxi share.
- Public transport will be running to take you back to the start point.

What time will it finish?
- We aim to be in Sliema for sunrise at 5:45am.

What do I wear?
- Comfortable shoes and clothing.

Do I need to bring water?
- Breakfast and hot/cold drinks are provided at the end so please bring water, and a snack en route if desired.

What if I need to use the toilet?
- There will be portable toilets placed along the route.

How much does it cost?
- This is for donations only. Every little helps.

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