I'm running the 2014 Paris Marathon on 6th April to raise money for Southampton University based charity Cameroon Catalyst, a joint venture between engineering and language students from the University of Southampton and the Mosame Trust.

The Cameroon Catalyst project began in 2009, with the aim of developing the health, education and welfare of rural villages in Cameroon through the design of long-lasting buildings and infrastructure. We undertake design work and raise funds in the UK to employ local craftsmen and builders in Cameroon.

In June this year I will be part of a team going out to Cameroon to oversee the project's progress. We are aiming to raise £25,000 in total to help fund initiatives that will provide local people with the skills to maintain and run the existing projects and to improve housing in the village of Bambouti. My personal fundraising target is £500 - any donation large or small to help me reach this would be much appreciated!

Thanks for reading!

nb. All travel/personal costs will be entirely self-funded, please be assured that all money donated goes directly to the charity.