As part of my commitment to HeForShe and my ongoing commitment to improved gender diversity in the workplace I'm once again running the Royal Parks Half Marathon on October 9th in support of Young Women's Trust.

Young Women's Trust supports and represents women aged 16-30 struggling to live on low or no pay in England and Wales and who are at risk of being trapped in poverty.  The Trust offers free coaching and personalised advice on job applications, conducts research, runs campaigns and works with young women to build confidence and advocate for fair financial futures.

To give sponsors their money's worth I will also run the Walton-Upon -Thames half marathon on October 30th.  Running hasn't gone well for me this year and I've only got 8 weeks to get fit enough to run 13.1 miles.  I don't think I can beat last year's time of 1:35:30, but your sponsorship will encourage me and make a real difference to Young Women's Trust.

Thank you for your support.