I will be running a the H&T salt marsh half marathon in April in memory of Dr Janet Keliher. Janet taught at the University of Exeter and

was a source of great support to me during my time here. Her door was always open, ready to lend a helping hand for when I felt alone or needed advice. She always went above and beyond, and I’m forever grateful for that.

She helped me more than she will ever know, and I know I am not the only student who felt seen, encouraged, and cared for by her. Running the half marathon feels like a small but meaningful way for me to honour the impact she had on my life and on so many others.

YoungMinds is leading the movement to make sure every young person gets the mental health support they need, when they need it, no matter what.

The funds raised will be donated to the charity YoungMinds. More information about them is below:

YoungMinds provides young people with tools to look after their mental health. They empower adults to be the best support they can be to the young people in their lives. And they amplify young voices to change the world we live in.