Dear John,

This is to let you know about some of Health Poverty Action’s upcoming events.

Launch of Global Health Watch 6 - Monday 30 May, 7pm (On Zoom or in person in London).

There are just a few days left until we come together with PHM-UK, PHM Scotland and Medact to launch the sixth edition of Global Health Watch the definitive alternative voice on health.

We have a fantastic lineup of speakers including Dr Chiara Bodini, co-editor of Global Health Watch 6; Members of the Medact Research Network: Dr Annabel Sowemimo, sexual and reproductive health doctor and founder of Decolonising Contraception; Dr Lauren Paremoer, University of Cape Town and member of PHM South Africa; and Members of the Medact Research Network.

Register here.

Royal Parks Half Marathon – Sunday 10 October

Secure your place now for the Royal Parks Half Marathon in October 2022! Join #TeamHPA in running 13.1 miles and raising funds to support communities we work alongside globally.

It’s easy to register – with a £35 deposit to secure your place and raise £350 - and we’ll here for support every step of the way!

London Marathon – Sunday 2 October

Looking for bigger challenge? Run the world-famous London Marathon with #TeamHPA. The 26.2 mile route encompasses some of London’s most iconic landmarks, offering you a unique opportunity to see the city’s historic sights from traffic-free roads. With an unbeatable race day atmosphere, the London Marathon really is something to tick off the bucket list!

It’s just £150 to secure your place, and £2,000 minimum to raise by November 2022, which helps some of the most marginalised people around the world realise their right to health. And to support you, we’ll be sharing fundraising and training tips right up until the big day!

Do you know anyone else that may be interesting in running for Health Poverty Action? If so, please email Lisa [email protected], for more information.

In solidarity

Natalie Sharples,

Head of Policy and Campaigns