2a – From Tumbles to Triumphs: Our Final March in May – Slips, Steps, and Solidarity

2a – From Tumbles to Triumphs: Our Final March in May – Slips, Steps, and Solidarity

From Helpful Social Work Podcast by Shantel Thomas and Sylvia Smith

June 6, 2025

About this episode

The episode reflects on the finale of the 'March in May' fundraiser, celebrating community and resilience through shared experiences.

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of the finale of our unforgettable "March in May" fundraiser—a journey that took us across the stunning Seven Sisters hills and deep into conversations about resilience, representation, and collective joy. Still time to donate: https://gofund.me/e6a2187d (copy and paste into browser). The ARM Core Collective reflect on what it meant to walk 10,000 steps a day for the 31 days in May, covering the equivalent of 3.5 Mount Kilimanjaros. From laughter-filled moments (yes, there were plastic bags and unexpected tumbles!) to powerful reflections on visibility and anti-racism, this episode is a celebration of community, courage, and connection. We also honour the historical significance of our route, where the West Indian Regiment once trained during WWI—reminding us that every step we take is part of a much larger story. So grab your headphones, take a walk with us, and let’s close this segment with purpose and pride.

People in this episode

Hosts: Shantel Thomas, Sylvia Smith

Topics covered

  • fundraising
  • resilience
  • community
  • anti-racism
  • historical significance

Keywords

  • fundraiser
  • resilience
  • community
  • anti-racism
  • historical significance
  • March in May
  • Seven Sisters

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ARM Core Collective

Places: Seven Sisters hills, Mount Kilimanjaros, West Indian Regiment

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