The Catalyst

I attended a book launch hosted by Room to Read's Zurich Chapter. Room to Read founder, John Wood, was here in Zurich promoting the launch of his new book Creating Room to Read: A Story of Hope in the Battle for Global Literacy. The stories he shared about the children, and particularly young girls, whose lives were changed by access to education made me realize that, by spreading access to education worldwide, we really could make a difference.

Room to Read founder, John Wood, at his book launch in Zurich

But, what could I do? I hadn't worked in 6 months, so money was too tight to donate financially to the cause. So what would I be able to do to be a part of the solution? Then I overheard some ladies talking about running a marathon - Jung-something...brilliant! I may not have lots of money, but my legs work! I'll run a marathon to raise money!