Georgina is going to attempt to walk continuously for 24 hours around the small park BIG RUN course – 21-22 June. We asked her why and it became quickly clear her feelings and commitment run deep.
Why you are doing this run?
In the summer of 2023 I lived in Hebron in the West Bank of Palestine volunteering teaching English, I witnessed the occupation first hand and the experience changed my life. I wanted to do everything I could to bring change and attention to this oppression. On my recent visit this year, I saw how much worse life had become for people in the West Bank. I am walking for the whole 24 hours as a form of protest to highlight the extreme conditions Palestinians in Gaza have to endure under the current Israeli bombardment of their home and also the countless miles Palestinians have walked due to displacement since 1947.
What do you hope to achieve?
I hope to raise as much money as I can so that the Sheffield Palestine Cultural Exchange charity can continue to do their incredible work. I also hope that pushing my body to the extremes will draw attention and make people see how urgent it is that our government needs to act now to stop the suffering and murder of Palestinians.
Your feelings on Palestine and any other message?
Many Palestinians have told me that seeing the protests and solidarity around the world has given them hope and they feel seen. Showing up and speaking out is incredibly important and that effort is appreciated.
Palestine has a deep soul within the land which you can feel with every step, supporting a beautiful and rich heritage, loved and protected by the most generous and kind people. It must not be erased.
I look forward to meeting you and the team and everyone taking part! It really is wonderful to see my city showing support and solidarity. Best Wishes from Georgina.
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