Power walking for 10 hours! That’s what Regional President Victoria faced when she entered the annual London MoonWalk, organised by the charity Walk the Walk.
The event, staged through the streets at night, offers both a ‘Half Moon’ (half Marathon) and ‘Full Moon’ (Marathon) challenge.
As the focus is ‘uniting against breast cancer’, walkers traditionally wear decorated bras to raise awareness. President Victoria, who undertook the ‘Full Moon’ (26.2 miles) made sure she was correctly (and flamboyantly) dressed. Spot the SIGBI logo!
Partnering President Victoria on the MoonWalk was fellow Soroptimist Laura Redhead, the Federation’s Assistant Programme Director (Environmental Sustainability). Conditions on the night were described as “freezing” and both walkers were extremely tired at the end. However, it was worth it – together they have so far 
raised over £800 for the charity. Plus, President Victoria has another medal to add to her collection.
Walk the Walk is a grant-making charity which supports projects and campaigns centred on breast cancer. In particular its grants go towards work and research that is long-term, and might not otherwise attract finances. The charity also encourages people to become fitter and healthier, and take control of their wellbeing.