Silence Domestic Violence

I am running 50 km with White Ribbon to help support men taking action against domestic violence and women who have been impacted by it.

The run will take place around a 1 km loop in Middle Ridge Park, where you can donate to join me for a lap ($5 per person, per lap). If you can't do a lap for any reason, you can sponsor me per kilometre, with funds also being donated after the run ($1 per km = $50 donated).

In 2026 so far, at least 45 women have been killed as a result of reported domestic violence incidents. That's one woman every 11 days, with 1 in 4 women experiencing some form of domestic violence.

Toowoomba's own Jana Armstrong was only 30 years old when her life was taken by her ex-partner, leaving behind her 4-month-old baby. Since then, her sister, Faith Isaacs, has cared for Deshal while also being an exceptional mother to her son, 2-year-old Thiago.

Despite being more than willing to take in Deshal, like thousands of others affected by domestic violence, the effects of Jana's death will likely continue to impact the family for years to come.

White Ribbon aims to create a world free from men's violence and abuse against women and children by encouraging young men to take accountability and leadership in preventing violence.

The event is designed so that even if you aren't able to run a lap, you can still help raise funds through this online fundraiser by sponsoring me per kilometre or by grabbing a sausage on bread while you're there.

If you have any questions, or if you know of any clubs or small businesses that would like to support the event or make a donation, I'd love to hear from you.