Barnardo's helps hundreds of thousands of children, young people, parents and carers across the UK.They don't abandon children because of who they are or what they've done. They listen to them, fight for their rights and do whatever it takes to protect and support them because they believe that all children have the right to a happy and healthy life.At a time when more young people need specialist help with complex issues like sexual abuse, mental health problems and serious violence, their work is more vital than ever.

As a previous looked after child i have seen the ins and outs of the care system and not every home is a safe home, not every child/young person has the support they need for them to have a safe space or the support they need once they reach the age of 18. Young people every single day are at risk growing up in the care system to abuse, abandonment and other safety issues and every single donation towards Barnardos helps to make sure that everyone is living a happy, healthy and safe life just like everyone should. I was lucky enough to find my safe place and my forever home in 2013 but not everyone is that lucky. Therefore i am running for the charity of Barnardos for everyone who feels they are lost once they have left the care system, for the children who are not in a safe home and for every looked after child out there.