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Poppy Jaman to run Brighton Marathon in a saree for a cause

She aims to raise £6,000 for a nursing scholarship for a young Bangladeshi woman

Poppy Jaman to run Brighton Marathon in a saree for a cause

Poppy Jaman

Gayathri Kallukaran
By Gayathri KallukaranMar 10, 2025
Gayathri Kallukaran
Gayathri Kallukaran is a Junior Journalist with Eastern Eye. She has a Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from St. Paul’s College, Bengaluru, and brings over five years of experience in content creation, including two years in digital journalism. She covers stories across culture, lifestyle, travel, health, and technology, with a creative yet fact-driven approach to reporting. Known for her sensitivity towards human interest narratives, Gayathri’s storytelling often aims to inform, inspire, and empower. Her journey began as a layout designer and reporter for her college’s daily newsletter, where she also contributed short films and editorial features. Since then, she has worked with platforms like FWD Media, Pepper Content, and Petrons.com, where several of her interviews and features have gained spotlight recognition. Fluent in English, Malayalam, Tamil, and Hindi, she writes in English and Malayalam, continuing to explore inclusive, people-focused storytelling in the digital space.
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Mental health advocate Poppy Jaman is set to run the Brighton Marathon on 6 April 2025—wearing a saree. Inspired by this year’s International Women’s Day theme, she aims to highlight women’s resilience and raise £6,000 for a nursing scholarship for a young woman from a low-income family in Bangladesh.

Jaman, who has been training since August 2024, has built her endurance from 2.7km to 27km. The challenge is personal for her, as she has faced lupus, menopause, and mental health struggles. She believes movement is a powerful tool for well-being and hopes her effort will inspire others to take action.

The saree run is also a tribute to women globally, many of whom walk long distances in traditional attire. By combining her personal journey with a larger cause, Jaman hopes to make a meaningful impact.

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