I will be running the Manchester Marathon next year and will be raising money for Papyrus, the Prevention of Young Suicide.

Everyone experiences mental health problems at some point or another, and this is especially true of young people under the age of 35, because in the UK, suicide is the biggest killer of young people. Currently, there is a lack of resources to support people experiencing mental health problems effectively. A big challenge all charities face is funding, especially because between 2022 and 2023, the government decreased funding for charities by 33% which has made it challenging for charities like Papyrus to operate. Because of this, any donation you are able to make will make a difference. Papyrus not only offer support for young people experiencing suicidal thoughts, but they also offer information on their website for friends or family that may be concerned about a loved one and want to know how to be supportive.

I have personally experienced mental health problems frequently during my later adolescent years and want to do whatever I can to help make support more accessible to other people who may be experiencing similar challenges.

Thank you very much for taking the time to read all of this, whether or not you've been able to donate or not it would be a big help if you could share this fundraiser online.

More information about Papyrus Prevention of Young Suicide from their website: PAPYRUS is the national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide in the UK. Suicide is the biggest killer of young people under the age of 35 in the UK. We believe that everyone can play a role in suicide prevention, and we work towards a society which speaks openly about suicide and has the resources to save young lives.

Thank you very much :)