Hi, my name’s Alexander Campbell and in February 2023 I’ll be embarking on a 4 year journey to walk around the world, beginning and ending in my hometown of Sydney. My intended route will see me walk roughly 40,000km, across 30 countries and 4 continents.
During my world walk, I’ll be raising money for The Fred Hollows Foundation to help their mission to end avoidable blindness. The Foundation operates in more than 25 countries, including many that I’ll pass through on my walk. By supporting the Foundation, I hope to give back to the people and communities I’ll meet on my journey, and repay the kindness and hospitality I’m sure I’ll encounter.
There are currently 43 million people in the world living with blindness and 295 million people with moderate to severe vision impairment. However, at least 9 out 10 people who are blind don't need to be. Eye diseases like cataract, trachoma and diabetic retinopathy often lead to blindness, despite these conditions being either treatable or preventable.
The Fred Hollows Foundation works to solve this by strengthening health systems and working with communities to improve their own eye health. They provide life-changing eye surgeries and treatments, train doctors and health workers, develop and introduce new technology, and build and upgrade facilities. So far, the Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide.
Access to quality eye care is one of the most effective and cost-efficient ways to help break the cycle of poverty. Restoring sight allows people to regain their independence, attend school or return to work, and support themselves and their family.
In some countries, it costs as little as $25 to perform cataract surgery and restore sight to someone living with avoidable blindness.
Any support would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
If you'd like to learn more about the walk or follow my journey, then you can check out my website below.
https://www.worldwalkexpedition.com/
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Tom Huntington
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Janet Henderson
so inspirational
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
Inspiring !
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Bianca Ward
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Peter Neal
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Cath H
Congratulations on an amazing trip and fundraising activity
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Catherine Rowntree
You're an inspiration Zan. Wish there were more people like you in the world. Keep up the good work. It is really appreciated.
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Joel Hanlon
Something I’ve always wanted to do. Very inspiring!
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Anonymous
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Nick Butler
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Lynda Bristow
It's a great thing you're doing. Wishing you safe travels. Lynda
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Roger Jackson
Good luck! Just wondering how many shoes you will get through?
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Toby Dupree
You are amazing. All the best.
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Matthew Lee
❤️
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Mark From Dinah Beach
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Kris Kendall Gale
My only surprise is that the old man isn't walking with you
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Anonymous
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Andrew Mccombe
Keep living the dream brother you are an inspiration to all Outliers in the world
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Lisa Morrison
Go go Alex . Be extra careful on your journey ..
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Anonymous
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Kate King
Fantastic adventure-Buen Camino
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Emily O'brien
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Jennifer Hellstrom
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Heather Murphy
So so so inspiring. Well done Alexander
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Uddav Khadka
Hi Alexander, I am your blood collector in Darwin 😀 (If you remember)
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David Bailey
Go son!
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Tracy Joannou
Gordon Brown’ 70th birthday request No gifts just a Fred Hollows donation Happy birthday Gordon 🥳 Love following your walk Alexander you’re quite amazing 🚶♀️
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Felicity Gabbrielli
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Martin Gallagher
Peter FitzSimons Sent me here, and a good thing too. Good luck with the trip.
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Neil Reynolds
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Kirsten Nobbs
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Daniel Rinaldi
Amazing journey so far, I have really enjoyed seeing the spectacular pictures. It’s inspired me to do some more hiking too.
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Neale And Nita Maynard
Fantastic effort - what an adventure!
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Katherine O’hara
We met Alexander at the border of QLD and the NT. He is an absolute inspiration. This is a brilliant cause.
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Sarah
This is a wild expedition! I've been checking in on your journey map and you've travelled so far already! Good on you Alexander
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Kathrin Dreifaldt
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Lauren Weier
Wow Alex. Met you at Hell’s Gate and had a brief chat before you continued on the Savannah Way towards Darwin. You are a machine. Well done and go for it.
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Danielle Buckley
It's been great watching your journey Zan, thanks for all great publicity you've given The Foundation! Happy hiking :)
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Em Gentilini
Hey mate. What you’re doing is awesome, and the distance you’re covering each day is unreal. Best of luck!
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Anonymous
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Ann
I'm really enjoying following your walk. The kms you walk every day is amazing. You are very inspiring.
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Anne-louise & Daryl @ Leichardt Falls
Outstanding effort and a great way to travel Australia
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Kaye And Keith Evans
Lovely to meet you on the Savannah Way We were so impressed with you young man Hope you enjoyed the snake lollies and all the best with your walk and fundraising kaye and Keith
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Lachlan Simpson
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Jane
Love watching your journey
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Maisie
Good luck Alexander! I did a project on your walk for school and I think you're amazing!
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Angela
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Scott & Kerry
After passing you on the highway this morning just outside of Croydon we were inspired to donate some more. It was so hot. Well done. So many people will benefit from your selflessness.
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Scott
From Scott at Croydon Caravan Park
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Shannon Battisti
Keep walking!
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Dan Ferreira
Thanks for the tips on hiking equipment!
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Anonymous
Amazing journey and such a great cause. Good luck!
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Soleace Pty Ltd
Well done Alexander we look forward to all the new places you’ll pass !
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Tracy Joannou
What an amazing thing you’re doing. Good luck 🍀
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Peter Gorgievski
Go Alexander!!! You’re an inspiration.
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Wendy Reade
You’re an inspiration, Zan!
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Nicki Griffin
it will be such an amazing adventure - Enjoy
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Anonymous
You are an inspiration Alex (Zan) Well done and keep safe
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Diane Marjoram
Alexander, it was so nice to hear your inspirational journey when we met at the Marlborough Hotel. What an amazing experience you’ll have in your quest to raise money for the Fred Hollows Foundation. We look forward to following your progress along the way. We’ll done from the ‘Bathers’ residents in Cronulla 👏👏👏
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Jen Bolderrow
Keep up the good work Alex
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Alexander Campbell
Donation is from Bernie who I met on Mount Alma Road :)
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Anonymous
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Stuart Mitchell
All the best to Andrew Campbell for his walk around the world
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Alexander Campbell
Donation from Liam, Travis and Hunter who made the donation in cash
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Tony Gibson
You're doing a great job Alexander! I pray that you'll get to the end of your journey in God's keeping.
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Anonymous
You're an inspiration mate, safe travels!
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Susan Todd
Great effort so far Alexander,
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Anonymous
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Anonymous
A great thing Alexander, keep well
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Peter Bobbin
Zan, great travels.
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Jo Vonna Hill
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Anonymous
🧡
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Sue Felstead
We are in awe of your achievements Zan and impressed by your commitment and energy. Hoping to catch up with you in Queensland in early May?? Maybe... In the meantime great cause to support. Best wishes from Sue and Boyce
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Kyle
Been so good seeing what you’re doing Alex keep it going!
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Anonymous
What an incredible challenge you've taken on, Alexander! Wishing you the most amazing experiences and good health throughout the journey.
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Marg Bassee
You’re so caring
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Roslyn Mcintosh
Wonderful thing you are doing for a great reason. I admire you greatly. Thank you so much
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Jo Williams
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Anonymous
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Jules
An Epic effort for an Epic cause. Blessings and a safe journey.
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Julie Van Der Helder
An impressive journey for a worthy cause. All the best.
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Peter Whittle
Good on you Alexander. Its a great cause. I'm interested to see updates on your travels.
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R Alanson
Go You Good Thing!
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Hazel Tsui
Thank you for your great attempt to restore sight.
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Camille Cain
I am already a Fred H Foundation contributor. Good luck on your travels, Alex. Great to do all this while young. Go safe.
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Craig And Nicole
It was great to meet you at Mann River a few nights ago. You’re such an inspiration! We hope you get to enjoy some more beer and nachos on your journey!
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Nathaniel Zwartz
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Becky Ross Michael
I just had cataract surgery, and I understand how important that access was to me!
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Dustin
Fantastic cause and wishing you all the best for your epic journey! Look forward to seeing your progress. May your legs stay strong!
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Amanda
What a cracking adventure for an incredible cause. Happy walking!
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Don Groves
Good Luck Alexander, too bad your not going via Bourke, Freds resting place. Like I said on ABC tonight, see you in Mossman FNQ when you get here. There will be a cold beer waiting. 🌴🍺🌴 Don
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June Welsman
What a fantastic way to fundraise for this great cause Alexander
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Patrick And Anne
Wishing you all the very best for your very long walk. Keep safe and well and have a wonderful experience.
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Keryne Rosato
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Carlene Mar
Such an inspiration. Walk well and for a great cause
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Kathrin Dreifaldt
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Bryan Jordan
Safe travels!
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Anonymous
Very inspiring, well done on your first two days!
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Marcia And Danal Barham/blessis
Zan, we're close friends of Karen in North Carolina, USA. We wish you the BEST on this world adventure!
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Dawn Pincott
Your an amazing person to do this
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Sandra Richmond
Good luck for your amazing adventure! Safe travels and enjoy
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Rob O'byrne
Outstanding Alexander!
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Anonymous
Great Foundation, travel safely "Bon Voyage"
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Corinne Thompson
Good luck on your journey !
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Anonymous
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Christina And Mark Woollgar
Wishing you a safe and incredible journey Zan!
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Peter & Narelle Campbell
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Veronica Whiteman
how wonderful what you are doing for the blind people.
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Robert Henry
I wish I could afford more . I want you to succeed for Fred.
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Joan Margaret Conway
such an exciting venture Alexander and well worth the cause you've chosen to support.
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Alison Hill
Good luck Alexander! Thanks for what you're doing for Fred Hollows!
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Ben Green
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Annika Postlethwaite
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Sarah Lowe
Best of luck on your big trip. Thank you for your friendship and all the awesome times homie ❣️
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Sally & Gerry Wilcox
How amazing Zan to be setting out on this worldwide journey! Looking forward to following your travelling adventures. We wish you well and safe travels. Xx
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Scottt Briggs
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Leonie Nilson
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Franky Hillman
Amazing mission, what an adventure. Wishing you all the best!
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Rachel Nash (o’neill)
What an amazing and phenomenal journey you have ahead! All the best!
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Anonymous
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Laura Mascaro
This is huge! Congratulations!! Fangirling from afar. Best of luck to you
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Grant Houghton
Good luck Alex! -Grant / Vivcourt
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Nicholas Tribbia
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Debbie Cummings
Wow what a challenge - best wishes.
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Jane Edmiston
Good luck Zan, I wish you a most fulfilling adventure.
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Peter Conroy
This is so inspirational. Looking forward to seeing the updates as you progress on your journey. Wishing you all the best
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Will M
Good luck!!
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Lisa Welsman
Alexander you are an inspiration. What sights you will see and what a gift sight is. A great cause you are walking for.
Just stumbled across your page on instagram and man it's amazing to see someone just doing exactly what they want to do in life. I hope to do something similar one day and seeing and take the slow way around the world. I just started working life and am feeling trapped in the office. I want to one day just go for a casual 40,000km walk around the neighborhood after work. Seeing you do this really makes me happy. Use the donation for what ever feels good for you. Good luck on the adventure and can't wait to see more updates! Cheers, Tom P.S. when you get closer to Germany or Vancouver, Canada. (In a year or two or so) If you need a place to stay the night or want some company for a bit of your walk, let me know!