I’m running the Royal Parks Half Marathon in support of StandOut, an organisation I’m proud to work for.

As a prison coach, I work with men in custody to help them prepare for life after prison. Through one-to-one coaching, practical support and our three-week programme, we focus on building confidence, developing employment skills, preparing for release and helping people recognise their strengths and what they can achieve.

For many of the men we work with, prison can be a place where confidence and hope for the future are lost. StandOut provides a space to look beyond their time in custody and start thinking about what they want their lives to look like when they leave.

Most importantly, the support doesn’t stop at the prison gates. We continue working with people in the community after release, providing practical and personal support for as long as they need it. Whether that’s helping someone find employment, access accommodation and services, build a routine, or simply having someone there to help them navigate the challenges of starting again.

Any donation, no matter how big or small, will help StandOut continue supporting people both in prison and in the community.

Thank you so much for your support! 💙