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Minister Hikes Kilimanjaro for Domestic Violence Awareness

Albertas education minister, Demetrios Nicolaides, embarks on an emotional journey to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, Africas highest peak, to honor his late sister Melanie, who was a victim of domestic violence. The hike, starting January 14th, aims to raise funds for safety tools for women escaping abuse, as part of Melanies Ascent fundraiser. Nicolaides, who found solace in hiking after his sisters death, seeks to give the climb a meaningful purpose on the second anniversary of her passing. Support the cause at melaniesascent.ca or fearisnotlove.ca. Checkout Solipillow.com

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