20/03/2026
There is a special kind of magic in the moment a medal is placed around a runner’s neck. It’s the weight of the distance, the early mornings, and the sheer determination finally coming to rest.
But at the EmpowHer Half Marathon, that medal meant even more.
In this photo, a volunteer from Gender Watch Against Violence and Exploitation - GWAVE, the very organization we ran to support is the one honoring our runner at the finish line. It’s a powerful reminder that while this race is about celebrating women, the mission to end violence and exploitation is a journey we all walk TOGETHER.
To the men and women of GWAVE who stood at the finish line: thank you for being our loudest cheerleaders.
We didn't just run for you. We ran WITH you. 💜