“Deafness is invisible, its impact on life is not”

Born 3 months prematurely with profound hearing loss in both ears, my parents determined that this disability was not going to limit my opportunities.

Starting with the miracle of Cochlear Implants at the age of 2, I was able to hear the world around me.

Mainstream schooling from Grade 1 provided integration into a normal upbringing and from a young age I developed a great love for the outdoors. It took perseverance and many hours and years of hard work to become the person I am today; able to engage, communicate and lead a sport-filled life. Having the encouragement and support from family and friends I took up running, hiking, fitness and most importantly swimming.

My name is Eddie and I invite YOU to activate generosity with Mark & I as we swim for a greater purpose.

My vision for Moving for Sound is to create greater awareness for those in similar circumstances as well as those who haven’t been as fortunate as me. There are many families who are unable to afford these surgeries and those who can, are often faced with various ongoing maintenance costs associated with these audio advancements.

I wish to pay-it-forward, be a person of significance and help wherever possible to impact the lives of others.

Moving for Sound in partnership with the Hear Us Association aim to raise funds to support Cochlear recipients with the first of a series of challenges, the Robben Island Freedom Swim.

How YOU can get involved:

Donate a once-off amount now (Just type in your own amount in the empty box)

OR

Pledge an amount per metre we will swim, see below for details:

10c per metre = R 75   (7500m)

20c per metre = R 150 (7500m)

50c per metre = R 375  (7500m)

R1  per metre = R 750  (7500m)

R2 per metre = R1500  (7500m)

R3 per metre = R2250  (7500m)

R4 per metre = R3000 (7500m)

Join us as we activate generosity together !