Press & Advocacy
Running, Safety & Harassment
I speak about what it actually means to run as a woman — the constant risk assessments, the harassment that’s treated as normal, and why safety has to be part of any serious conversation about inclusion.
Speaking | Media | Campaigning for Change
I speak, write, and campaign on what it really means to run as a woman — safety, inclusion, culture, and the systems that shape who feels welcome.
If you’re a journalist, organiser, researcher, or brand working on equity in sport, this page shows where my experience meets your work.
📩 runverity@gmail.com
What I’m Working On
Advocating for safer, more accountable run-club culture
Speaking on harassment, inclusion, and women’s safety in sport
Contributing lived experience to research, media, and policy spaces
Supporting organisations who want “everyone welcome” to mean something real
In the Press
ITV News
RunVerity was selected to feature on ITV News to talk about the increasing popularity of recreational running, with a reported 40% rise in participation in running events around the UK in 2024.
Club of the Month – Women’s Running Magazine
We were honoured to be named Club of the Month in the July 2025 issue of Women’s Running magazine. The piece celebrated our community-first approach to running, our work around inclusion, and our focus on empowering women through fitness.
“Run Coach Verity want’s to give runners access to high level coaching at grassroots level”
Awards & Recognition
Changing Lives Through Physical Activity – Sports Awards 2019
Awarded for long-term impact through inclusive, confidence-led running programmes for complete beginners and under-represented runners.
Front Page – Portsmouth News - June 2025
“We Simply Want to Run”
This story led to local conversations with councils about safety for women runners.
Speaking Engagements & Advocacy
Ambassador- SheRaces Trail Series
As a SheRaces Trail Series Ambassador, I champion equality, inclusion, and representation in trail running. I work to amplify women's voices, break down barriers, and support safer, more welcoming race environments for everyone, whether on the course or in the community, I lead by example and stand for fair, fearless participation in the sport I love.
In Conversation With- The Fawcett Society - November 2025
Guest speaker with Penny East discussing violence against women and girls, street harassment, and the realities of running as a woman.
Topics included:
Why women change routes, clothes, and timing
Why harassment isn’t rare
What run clubs can do differently
Fareham Borough Council – White Ribbon Campaign Presentation
As part of the national White Ribbon campaign to end male violence against women, I presented to Fareham Borough Council to share the reality of street harassment faced by women runners in our local area. I spoke on behalf of my club and our lived experience over the past 11 years.
Panelist – Women’s Health & Safety Discussion
I contributed to a panel on women’s health and public safety, sharing lived experiences and practical strategies for change. The discussion focused on what communities and institutions can do to create safer spaces for women to move freely and confidently.
Delegate – WiSEAN Conference (Leeds)
I attended the Women in Sport & Exercise Academic Network conference in Leeds, connecting with researchers, policy-makers and fellow practitioners working to close the gender data gap in sport. This was a powerful opportunity to learn, contribute, and be part of the push for policy-level change in how women’s sport is researched and supported.