Fundraising for SENAC and SOLAS

Hi, my name is Deborah. I’m a proud mum to three beautiful girls, two of whom have additional needs and attend a special school. Along our journey, we’ve been incredibly fortunate to receive support from two amazing organisations—both of which I’m now fundraising for.

These organisations haven’t just helped my family—they’ve changed our lives. Inspired by the difference they’ve made, I made a life-changing decision to shift my career, and I’m now proud to work for SENAC, where I can help support other families like mine.

Running the London Marathon has been a lifelong dream of mine. But now, it’s about so much more than just crossing the finish line—it’s about raising awareness, giving back, and standing up for the rights of children with special educational needs.

Every step I take is for the children, the families, and the incredible organisations that have made such a powerful impact. I’d be so grateful for your support.

SENAC Special Educational Needs Advice Centre

SENAC provides independent and confidential advice and support to families and children in Northern Ireland on SEN education provision, appeal representation advocacy services and community learning and engagement.

Sòlás

Sólás is a special needs charity which supports children and young people with a broad range of additional needs including Autism. They are based in South Belfast; however, our work extends across Northern Ireland.

They have a number of social development, early intervention, educational support, parent support and therapeutic programmes.