Alex Staniforth became an ambassador for PHASE in 2016 . Staniforth has twice attempted to conquer Everest but was prevented from doing so by the 2015 Nepal earthquake . In the aftermath of the disaster , Alex worked with PHASE to raise over £ 15,000 for the disaster relief fund and helped to organise the ' Walk for Nepal ' event on the anniversary of the earthquake in 2016 . He has raised over £ 50,000 in total for Nepal . In autumn 2016 , Alex attempted to climb Cho Oyu , the world 's sixth highest mountain as a PHASE ambassador
2015 Nepal earthquake
April 2015 Nepal earthquake
PHASE (Practical Help Achieving Self Empowerment)