Owen fundraising for UNICEF Ireland in Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025

I’m running the Dublin Marathon 2025 on 26th October (my first marathon). I'm running in memory of Mohammed al-Bardawil, a 12 year old boy from Gaza that was murdered by Israel in their genocide of the Palestinian people. Why was he targeted? He was a key eye witness in the execution of 15 paramedics, rescue workers and UN staff in Rafah by Israel. I was watching my boys play on a Saturday morning in May when I read about Mohammed and it really hit me. Targeting a child because they witnessed your war crimes. I decided I wanted to do something to honour his name and show solidarity with the Palestinian people. The Dublin marathon seemed like the right fit if I could find a race entry. I've been fortunate to be offered a charity place to run for UNICEF. An amazing charity that has experienced huge funding cuts recently. Your donations mean more now than ever. Please donate to help UNICEF provide health, nutrition and clean water to the worlds most vulnerable children. Read Mohammed's story below: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/israeli-forces-kill-palestinian-boy-who-witnessed-rafah-medics-massacre Thanks for taking the time to read this. Free Palestine Owen

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UNICEF began in the aftermath of World War II, supplying dried milk, nutritional supplements, medicines, immunisations and other urgent assistance to help starving and ill children in Europe, the Middle East and China. Today UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to save and improve children’s lives. In cooperation with governments and non-governmental organisations (NGOs), UNICEF saves and protects the world’s most vulnerable children, working to ensure child rights and providing health care, immunisations, nutrition, access to safe water and sanitation services, basic education, protection and emergency relief.

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Run for More Than a Medal – Fundraise with the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025!
Join thousands of runners this October for the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025 and make every mile count. Whether you're chasing a personal best or tackling your first 26.2, this is your chance to support a cause close to your heart. By running and fundraising, you’ll help transform lives — one step at a time. Lace up, sign up, and let your marathon journey mean more. Because together, we go further.
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