Action on Poverty

13/10/2026

Last Christmas, our supporters came together to support Women Make Change: Leading Future Generations through the Big Give Christmas Challenge.

Thanks to your generosity, we raised £10,200, exceeding our target and helping women across East and West Africa access skills training, business opportunities and leadership support. Because donations were matched, every gift went twice as far.

Almost a year later, we are delighted to share the impact of that support.

We've put together a short report highlighting some of the achievements made possible by your support, as well as stories from women whose lives have been changed through these programmes.

Read the full impact report here.
https://aptuk.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/10/Report-2025-Big-give-.pdf

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06/10/2026

We just wanted to take a moment to say a HUGE THANK YOU for being such a vital part of Action on Poverty! Your generosity gives people the tools, confidence, and backing they need to transform their own lives and lift their communities.

Behind every photo and every project in Sierra Leone, Uganda, and Kenya is your support creating hope and real change.

From all of us at APT, and from the incredible communities we work alongside, thank you for your generosity! ❤️

29/09/2026

Over the past few weeks, something special has grown around our Three Peaks Challenge and the Road to Three Peaks.

People walked, ran, climbed, baked and shared the campaign from Wales, Scotland, England, France, Catalunya and Switzerland. Every action helped us reach more people and shine a light on the work in Sierra Leone.

Thank you to everyone who took part. Your kindness and energy have meant so much.

A big thank you to Buro Happold for the bake sale and to Oscar, for joining the Three Peaks team and bringing such good spirit along the way.

And a very special thank you to Luc. His commitment to APT, and to the POWER and Coastal Roots projects, has been at the heart of this challenge.

You’ve helped raise vital funds for stronger water systems, healthier families and more opportunities for women to thrive in Sierra Leone.

Below is Luc’s short reflection on the day: https://aptuk.org.uk/what-do-mangroves-water-pumps-and-three-mountains-have-in-common/

If you’d still like to support the challenge, you can donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/aptthreepeaks

18/09/2026

Tomorrow is the day! Three Peaks is finally here!!!!

Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon, all climbed within 24 hours.

A massive thank you to Luc, whose commitment and heart have carried this challenge from day 1, and thank you to everyone who has donated, joined Road to Three Peaks, taken part in their own local challenge, or supported the team in any way. This community effort is what keeps us moving.

We’re doing this to raise funds for women in Sierra Leone who are repairing water pumps, restoring mangroves and building climate resilience for their families.

If you can, please donate today. Every contribution helps us reach the finish line.

💚 Donate & share:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/aptthreepeaks

15/09/2026

3 Peaks Challenge!!1 week to go

Every donation helps women in Sierra Leone train as water‑pump mechanics and supports communities protecting their mangrove forests.

If you’ve already donated, thank you

If you’re thinking about it, this week would mean a lot.

And if donating isn’t possible, sharing the campaign helps more than you know.

https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/aptthreepeaks

08/09/2026

Three Peaks is nearly here!!

The countdown is on… 19 September is coming fast, and our amazing team is getting ready to take on Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Yr Wyddfa in just 24 hours.
All to support women in Sierra Leone who are repairing water pumps, restoring mangroves and strengthening climate resilience for thousands of families.

If you’ve been thinking about doing something bold this year, something that lifts you and makes a real difference, this is such a beautiful way to do it. You’ll get a training plan, guidance, and a supportive team around you from start to finish.

💚 Want to support the team? You can donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/aptthreepeaks

And if you’d like to stay updated on our work, stories and future challenges, you can sign up for our newsletter

🏔️ Three Peaks info: Three_Peaks_details: https://aptuk.org.uk/join-the-three-peaks-challenge-for-sierra-leone/

This Summer we are taking on the UK Three Peaks — join the journey from wherever you are — and help raise £8,000 for Action on Poverty's work in Sierra Leone.

28/08/2026

3 Peaks Challenge this September

We’re getting ready for the 3 Peaks Challenge this September
24‑hour adventure from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike to Yr Wyddfa.

It’s a big weekend!!. You’ll get a training plan, support, guidance and a team around you from start to finish. And there’s no registration fee just a fundraising target of £500 to help power women‑led water and sanitation work in Sierra Leone.

If you’re looking for a challenge, a weekend in the mountains, or a chance to be part of something meaningful, this is for you.

Places are limited! please register your interest and find all the details here:
aptuk.org.uk/join-the-three-peaks-challenge-for-sierra-leone

18/08/2026

People with disabilities are often excluded from work, training and community life.
We refuse to accept that.

All of our programmes make sure people with disabilities are included, supported and valued. When people feel they belong, communities grow stronger

11/08/2026

Across East and West Africa, young people are full of talent — but too often shut out of training, jobs and opportunity.
We exist to change that.

In Uganda, 1,823 young farmers learned climate‑smart techniques and immediately put them into practice.
One young marketing officer sold her group’s dried okra for 300,000 UGX and used the profit to start a new business.
She said she loves her role because she can “use her skills to help others.”

That’s what opportunity does: it unlocks confidence, income and a future you can shape.