A veteran’s journey

Beyond the
Summit

Saved for a purpose

A powerful documentary following Alex and a team of veterans as they take on Mount Kilimanjaro to raise awareness and support for Veterans Aid.

The Climb

Mount Kilimanjaro

The Team

20 veterans

The Documentary

A real and honest story

Veterans Aid

Supporting veterans

Alex Dixon with his family
Alex’s Story

Service. Struggle.
Recovery. Purpose.

From a childhood shaped by loss, to years of service in the Army, to a personal battle with mental health, Alex’s journey is one of resilience, recovery and renewed purpose.

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Early years

Early years

Military service

Military service

The struggle

The struggle

A new purpose

A new purpose

The Expedition

Kilimanjaro

A team of 20 veterans. One mountain. A shared mission to challenge stigma, raise awareness and support veterans in need.

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The Documentary

A gripping, honest and emotional film that captures the full journey.

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VAVeterans Aid

Supporting homeless and vulnerable veterans to rebuild their lives.

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Meet the Team

The people taking on this challenge together, united by shared experience and a common purpose.

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The mountain is our destination

Helping people rediscover hope is our purpose