Hi everyone, my name is Mathias and I live in London.

I’ve always been very engaged with politics and what’s happening around the world. After completing my degree in International Relations, I realised that a political career wasn’t really my personal calling. Instead, I felt that the best way I could truly help people was either by being directly on the ground where disasters or conflicts happen, or, since that’s not always possible, by contributing from where I live. And what better way to do that than fundraising for a charity?

Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is the world’s leading medical humanitarian aid organisation. They provide emergency assistance to people affected by armed conflicts, epidemics, and natural or man-made disasters, without discrimination, and irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. MSF works in over 70 countries, often going to the places where others cannot or choose not to go.

Passionate about event planning and, more recently, about running and challenging myself, I’ve decided this year to fundraise as much as I can for MSF. Every month, in addition to training, I’ll be running a different race, all leading up to my big final challenge in April: the Brighton Marathon. I’ve never run a marathon before (only 2 half-marathons in my life), so this will truly push me out of my comfort zone! On top of that, I’ll also be organising fundraising events in London (mainly pub quizzes) to help raise even more for MSF.

Every pound raised makes a huge difference for people in need across the globe. Your generosity will be deeply valued and greatly appreciated.

Run for Charity with Mati — RACES

● August • Battersea Park “Chase The Sun” 10km (27th August) — Finished in 1h 04m 37s

● September • Hyde Park 10km (27th September)

● October • Regent's Park 10km (11th October)

● November • Battersea Park Half-Marathon (15th November)

● December • Victoria Park 10km (13th December)

● January • QE Olympic Park 10km (10th January)

● February • Victoria Park Half-Marathon (1st February)

● March • Victoria Park 10km (8th March)

● April • Brighton Marathon (12th April)