My 45th marathon takes me to Newcastle, Tyne and Wear. This week’s run is for The Healing Foundation, an Australian charity supporting the healing journey of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples—including survivors of the Stolen Generations and their descendants.

What is the struggle?

For many First Nations Australians, trauma runs deep and across generations. Policies of forced child removal, cultural dislocation, and systemic injustice have left scars on individuals, families, and communities. Without culturally safe supports, many struggle with mental health, identity, and connection to land, culture, and community. Healing must address physical, emotional, spiritual, and cultural wounds altogether.

Why am I running for this cause?

Because the journey of healing is one that demands acknowledging the past and caring for those who continue to bear its weight, it was so noticeable in my 9 months away in Australia, this wasn’t the case. I believe that no community should carry trauma alone, and by running for The Healing Foundation I hope to raise awareness and support for those walking toward restoration, dignity, and cultural strength.

What is The Healing Foundation and what do they do?

The Healing Foundation is a national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led organisation in Australia. The Healing Foundation They partner with communities to respond to trauma in holistic, culturally informed ways—blending Indigenous healing knowledge with trauma-aware practices. They support healing initiatives, local healing centres, training, forums, and community-led projects that restore connection, identity and wellbeing.

Your donation directly supports healing journeys:

• £10 helps support community healing gatherings and forums.

• £25 contributes to resources for local healing projects.

• £50 supports training and capacity building for Indigenous healing leaders.

• £100 invests in longer-term healing programs led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Please donate to The Healing Foundation and help walk alongside communities in Australia as they heal, reconnect, and thrive. For more info: healingfoundation.org.au