Help me make it meaningful
Over the course of 2 months, I'll be participating in 2 seperate Marathons - Gold Coast and Sydney. One of my goals this year was to give back to the community in a way where I could make an impact, and take part in something greater then a self accolade, so I decided to take part in a challenge to run two marathons and to raise money for the Black Dog Institute and support crucial mental health research and support services that help Australians impacted by mental illness and suicide.
Mental illness doesn’t discriminate – it affects 1 in 5 Australians every year with symptoms like depression and anxiety. The impact can be devastating, not only for those living with it, but for those around them.
I’ve experienced the impact of mental health personally and seen its effects on many of the people closest to me. While mental health affects everyone, I’m especially passionate about raising awareness for men’s mental health and challenging the stigma that too often keeps men silent. Every person—man or woman—deserves to be heard, supported, and reminded that they never have to face their struggles alone.
Would love to rally as much people to donate to this cause, and I hope my challenge of running 2 marathons can be something you get behind!
