In May, I'll be running my first Half Marathon, Hackney Half, in support of Refuge, a charity dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic abuse.

In the UK, 1 in 4 women will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime, and tragically, in England and Wales alone, 1 woman is killed every 5 days by a current or former partner.

Refuge provides support to survivors of all forms of VAWG, including domestic and sexual abuse, coercive control, and human trafficking. They offer safe housing for women and children escaping violence, and operate a 24-hour helpline, often the first crucial step towards safety.

After raising €1,057 for Women’s Aid Ireland last year, thanks to the generosity of friends and colleagues, I'm looking forward to continue raising awareness, this time on home turf!

If you are able to support, your contributions will make a huge difference. Thank you!

Thank you very much 🩷