I am running the London Marathon 2026 to raise money for my niece Elle-Mae who has Autism. She is my sisters first born and her diagnosis is Autism with severe learning difficulties and Epilepsy.

She is 19 now and is unlikely to have her own independence that we all take for granted due to her diagnosis.

Elle-Mae is the most special human with her own routines and it has been great to see her grow into the lady she has now become.

I want to put myself through this challenge to raise money and awareness for her and all children and young people who have Autism.

Autism is a life long developmental disability that affects 1 in 100 people. It affects the way a person communicates and how they see the world around them.

Ambitious about Autism is the National Charity for autistic children and young people championing their rights and creating opportunities. They stand with autistic children and young people by providing services, raising awareness, understanding and by campaigning for change.