I will be running the Düsseldorf half Marathon on 28th April 2019, in aid of UNICEF to raise money for children in need. 

For those of you who know me well know that running is one of my passions and it has been an important part of my life. However, a few years ago, I was unable to return to running. It was only about half a year ago that I managed to take up running again (about 3-6km per week). I cannot tell you how grateful and happy I am to be able to run again. Thus, I couldn’t think of a better way to say thank you and express my gratitude by giving back.

As a public mental health researcher and a mother of a 3-year-old, I understand the importance of a good start in a child’s life. Exposures to adverse conditions such as poor nutrition, maltreatment and war can have lifelong consequences on both physical and mental well-being. It is vital that we do our best to give every child the chance to have the best possible start in life. 

Your generosity is needed to give every child the opportunity to grow up healthy and to fulfill his or her potential.  Please support me as I take part in this running challenge (21km/13mi) by making a donation of any amount, in aid of the great work that UNICEF is doing. Thank you so much for your support! Winnie