There were a number of local participants representing Rural Australians for Refugees and Eden Marine High School. Locals, Pastor Pam Skelton and Peter from the Uniting Church and the students together raised nearly $5,000.

Pam said taking part in the Ration Challenge opened her eyes to what it’s like for refugees to survive on rations.

“Last week we were eating the same rations as a Syrian refugee - just a small amount of rice, lentils, chick peas, sardines, oil and kidney beans,” she said. 

“I found myself hankering for fruit and vegies especially and, yes, I did enjoy my first cup of coffee when the Challenge ended.”

The money raised will make a big difference to refugees in desperate need in camps around the world.

Last Saturday night 30 people attended a screening of Constance on the Edge, a film covering a ten year span of a Sudanese refugee family’s adjustment to rural life in Australia and in addressing the haunting memories of the past.

This film was also viewed at Eden Marine High School by students of International Studies and Legal Studies as they also grapple with contemporary issues and humanitarian concerns.

Thanks again to our supporters, including Social Justice Advocates, we hope you all found being engaged with this topic informative and inspiring. 

It’s not too late to sponsor someone. Search ‘Peter Skelton’ at actforpeace.rationchallenge.org.au.