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Shaun Keenan

Derry jogging community to remember Aisling Murphy

Joggers and walkers from across Derry are being encouraged to take part in a memorial event in memory of Ashling Murphy.

People are being asked to join HerSport Ireland's run or walk on March 6 to raise funds for Women's Aid.

Aishling, 23, was fatally attacked while out running on the Grand Canal near Cappincur, Tullamore, Co Offaly, last month.

Vigils were held across Ireland, including Derry, in a mark of respect for the former school teacher.

Derry's Star Running Club said they would be taking part in the event.

Writing on Facebook, they said: "Hi everyone, this run is on Sunday 6th March Which is only a few weeks away now. Plan of action is: meet at Sainsbury’s for 1.45pm and start at 2pm.

"Easy route (5k-ish) start and finish at the famine statutes and a wee cuppa in the cafe after if anyone fancies it. Come along, walk, bike or run.

"Feel free to donate to women’s aid, every €15 donation participants will receive a T-shirt."

At the Guildhall Square in Derry,vigil in memory of murdered Ashling Murphy (Trevor McBride)

Meanwhile, HerSport Ireland said the event had been organised to raise awareness and funds against gender-based violence.

A spokesperson said: "Girls and women should not live in fear.

"Every person who takes part is standing up for all women and making a difference. In 2020 there were 24,893 disclosures of abuse against women.

"We are coming together to take a stand and start conversation against the REAL fears women face on a daily basis.

"All funds raised will go towards Women’s Aid to help offer confidential information, support and understanding to women in the Republic of Ireland, who are being abused by current or former boyfriends, partners or husbands."

"We will be working with communities all over the Nation to organise walks and runs to commemorate all the victims of gender-based violence. Clubs and community leaders near you will create their own routes and challenges to show support and help fundraise for Women’s Aid.

"Everyone who donates €15 or more will receive a #SheWasGoingForARun T-shirt."

If you would like to donate, you can do so HERE.

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