Dare to race the setting sun and help light the way to a safer world for women.

Join the Race the Dark challenge – make every step count for women's safety.

Take on White Ribbon UK’s fundraising challenge, Race the Dark, shining a spotlight on women’s safety and the steps we can all take to create safer spaces for everyone.

What’s the challenge?

Pick an activity—whether it’s running, cycling, or walking—and race to complete it before the sun sets.

There’s more to this race than just beating the clock.

Every stride, pedal and step bring awareness to the everyday measures women take to keep themselves safe, and White Ribbon’s positive approach to how all men can make a difference so the onus isn’t on women.

Why Race the Dark?

For Women’s Safety: Women face unique challenges when it comes to their safety. This challenge is a powerful way to show that you’re standing with them—raising awareness about the precautions many women feel they must take every day and the need for change.

For Allyship: Men, this is your chance to step up. Race the Dark isn’t just about completing a challenge—it’s about reflecting on how we can all be better allies. You’ll be encouraging conversations around respect, understanding, and standing up against harassment.

For Awareness Raising: By taking part you’re directly contributing to White Ribbon UK’s work, advocating for safer environments, enabling people and especially men to learn about allyship, and creating resources for use in schools, workplaces and other settings.