Starting a new chapter of my life, whereby I’ve been so very fortunate with much support to find my wings to now start to soar and fly.

To have firstly tentatively found my feet, to then have found my strength (still finding myself) and also the self belief to grow these wings.

In doing so, I’m absolutely honoured that Claire Stone has willingly offered me to ‘borrow’ her legs, to run the Brighton half marathon for me, in aid/support of Domestic Abuse.

On my behalf.Thank you so very much!

Domestic Abuse is something I feel so very passionately about, a subject so very close to my heart and am lifelong committed to raising awareness, funds and support for the victims of.

I’ve chosen Rise, a lesser known but local charity, as Brighton is a big part of my heart. One of my children resides here, doing a degree in Criminology, sharing equal passion for victims of Domestic Abuse, having shared my long journey to now. Having been a fundamental part of getting/supporting me to my new chapter.

Rise helps those affected by domestic abuse and work alongside survivors by giving practical support to help them rebuild safer lives. This can only be achieved through the money raised at their events, including the RISE 8K.

RISE is a Brighton based domestic violence and abuse charity that has worked for 26 years to end all forms of violence and abuse against women, their families and those identifying as LGBTQ+. RISE stands for Refuge, Information, Support and Education; our strategic mission is: freedom from abuse and violence. RISE reaches across Brighton & Hove, providing wrap-around services for adults and children on their recovery journey, following experiences of domestic abuse. Our essential services include specialist one-to-one therapy, therapeutic survivor groups, an LGBTQ+ refuge, work with children and families, as well as community engagement projects.