Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

As many of you may already know I will be running the Reading Half Marathon (13.1 miles) on March 2nd 2014 to raise money for the mental health charity Mind.

It's estimated that as many as 1 in 4 people will be suffering from a mental health disorder at any one time. Despite this there is still a strong social stigma surrounding the issue. Many people’s problems are made worse by the stigma and discrimination they experience – from society, but also from families, friends and employers.

Mind support people in crisis and with their ongoing mental health needs, as well as the families of those affected. They also fight prejudice against sufferers, and campaign to raise awareness to change the way the public understand mental health. It is important to raise this awareness so those that are suffering are not alone, and can receive the help and support they require from family, friends, colleagues and mental health teams.

Please dig deep, sponsor me, and support a good cause!! I have never run this distance in my life, so be assured I am working hard and training in sub-zero temperatures to prepare myself for this run!

Thank you allJ

 

Manisha