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20 December, 2021
10th Anniversary of Cairns Cupid’s Undie Run
THOUSANDS to hit major cities in their underwear including Cairns.
After two years of virtual events, Cupid’s Undie Run is heading back to the streets next February in 10 cities and towns around Australia. There’s even more reason to celebrate as Cupid’s Undie Run turns 10 in 2022 and brings us 10 years closer to conquering neurofibromatosis (NF).
Cupid’s Undie Run is the signature fundraising event for the Children’s Tumour Foundation of Australia, the charitable authority and only dedicated support service for people impacted by NF in Australia. The Foundation exists to help bring hope to those facing the unknowns of NF by advocating for more research, better resources, awareness, connections and support needed at every stage of their journey.
Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder that affects 1 in every 2,500 people, and on average, every three days a child is born with NF in Australia. The illness causes tumours to form on nerves in the body, including the brain and spine. NF can also cause cancer, blindness, deafness, physical differences, learning difficulties and chronic pain. It is unpredictable, progressive and there is currently no cure.
“This year, we’re incredibly excited to be one of the first major national events to be hitting the streets together, after taking the event virtual due to COVID-19. We’re asking everyone to get involved and show their support, it means so much to all people living with NF,” said Chief Executive Officer Children’s Tumour Foundation Leanne Dib.
“Events like Cupid’s and ongoing lobbying with the Australian Government has helped fund millions of dollars in research to help those living with NF. We’ve already taken some big steps forward, but there’s more to do.”
NF can challenge people living with the condition by changing their bodies over time. Cupid’s Undie Run is a way for everyone to show their support by being brave like those that live with NF and baring a little to overcome any self-negativity about body image. Participants can do the run wearing their undies or wear them on the outside, or choose to dress up in a Cupid’s t-shirt and tutu to show support. Cupid’s Undie Run is a fun, family-friendly and body-positive event, so leave any fears at home and come and join in the experience.
The fun run event will be held on Sunday, 20 February 2022 and will be the first of its kind for many participating cities coming out from various stages of pandemic lockdown. After the brief 1.5km run, participants are welcome to join in a local Sunday session celebration party.
Locations include: Brisbane, Cairns, Fremantle, Gold Coast, Hobart, Kiama, Melbourne, Newcastle, and Sydney, with Canberra hosting the run a week later on February 27. “The health and safety of our Cupid’s community are important to us.
Currently, some of our venues require guests to show proof of vaccination and we are working closely with venues to ensure that the COVID-19 safety guidelines that will apply on the day of the run are followed,” said Leanne Dib.
All participants that register for the run will receive a free pair of exclusive Cupid’s Undie Run undies by Calvin Klein. Sign up at cupidsundierun.com.au and start fundraising for this great cause.
Cairns Cupid’s Undie Run Location is Cairns, Salt House, Cairns City Find a run location in your local city at www.cupidsundierun.com.au/page/140/register or recreate your own run at home!
