On May 19th I will be running the Hackney Half (21km) and raising money for the Gokhan Durmus Foundation. The foundation was set up in memory of Gokhan Durmus who was fatally stabbed 5 years ago. Fatal stabbings are a story we hear way too often in Hackney and other inner cities in London. The foundation currently hold a yearly football tournament in honour of Gokhan and have recently held workshops helping youth with opportunities in sports and music.

This cause is one close to me as I grew up with Gokhan and have seen the foundation go from strength to strength with what they are offering youth in London. Many young people growing up in London feel there is a lack of support and this is where the foundation have stepped in to offer their support.

I enjoy running and completed a half Marathon at the start of this month. This time around I want to run with a deeper cause and help give back to an amazing foundation which are helping those who need it. Please give what you can and let's help the next generation as they are the future.

Rest In Peace Gokhan.