Run Aotearoa for Mental Health

Hi, thanks for being here! My name is Emily and my goal is to normalise conversations about mental health and raise money for mental health support in NZ!

I plan to run the entire length of New Zealand on the Te Araroa Trail in less than 54 days (that's an average of over 55km every day) in January/Feburary 2027. I plan to run south to north and will be supported by a crew throughout. My planning and training will be documented through Instagram, @run.aotearoa

Run Aotearoa for Mental Health is about naming what so many New Zealanders feel but don't say - because silence is often the most dangerous part of the struggle. There are far too many New Zealanders suffering in silence. I hope to not only raise funds, but spark real honest conversation.

Any support that you can offer to this mission, whether it's a donation or just engaging with this page or the journey on Instagram, would be greatly appreciated!

Em