Gavlaa doing the Wilmslow Half Marathon for AOI

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On March 20th I'll be running the Wilmslow Half Marathon with several other hardy athletes. We are raising money and awareness for AOI, a charity I have worked with for nearly 7 years! An awesome charity who do real magic in a tough world! Here's a short insight into the work they do in Manchester

Picture a group of people who are used to being looked down on and marginalised by society. They all come from different beliefs and different cultures, but they have one thing in common: they all know what it’s like to be homeless.

Now picture the same folk, smartly dressed, smiling and taking a bow in front of a big screen. The audience rises to their feet in a standing ovation, filled with a fresh understanding of the issues faced by the homeless. The actors leave the stage with new self-esteem, justifiably proud of what they have achieved together.

That is our vision. Giving invisible people a profile and a voice.

Thanks :)