Women’s Aid 1.7 challenge
An estimated 1.7 million women experience domestic abuse in England and Wales every year. That is 1.7 million too many.
As part of our Come Together to End Domestic Abuse campaign, which aims to promote real societal attitudinal change by demonstrating the impact we can have when we come together, we hold our annual 1.7 fundraising challenge! We asked you to come together with your friends, family or colleagues to move 1.7 miles a day, every day in September for the 1.7 million survivors of domestic abuse every year.
Take on a challenge in September
The challenge is simple – try and complete 1.7 miles a day, every day next September. How you complete it is entirely up to you! You can walk, run, cycle, wheel, static cycle, swim, kayak, hop, skip or jump your daily 1.7 miles but just make sure you complete them every day in September! You can sign up for a solo challenge or come together to create a team of people all completing 1.7 a Day, Your Way together.
Why we need your support
Whilst it is reported that 1.7 million women experience domestic abuse every year, this is only the tip of the iceberg as so many women do not report abuse due to fear or the worry they’ll be judged or not believed. With three women being killed a fortnight by a current or ex-partner, so much needs to change before women are safe. £170 could help 17 women access support through our Live Chat service, and ensure they are met by a trained staff member to support them. Join #TeamWomensAid and move 1.7 miles a day in September to take a stand against domestic abuse. Let’s build a future where domestic abuse is no longer tolerated.
Thank you for taking part in 2022
How to sign up
Sign up to take part in this September’s 1.7 Challenge Choose how you plan to move your 1.7 miles a day this September Move 1.7 miles a day, every day throughout the month and collect donations until the end of October to hit your target!
For all the details of how you can complete the challenge, track your miles, adapt the challenge and FAQ’s click here.
Our 2022 challenge champions
We were overwhelmed by your support this year - so many women from across the UK got involved. Thank you so much!
What our 2022 challengers told us
“I received such incredible, life changing support from Women’s Aid, I want to do my bit to give back to ensure other women have that same opportunity.” – Helen “This challenge gave me a push to cycle to and from work every day, which also gave my health a real boost. It also allowed me to meet people from across the UK, who I now consider friends.” – Kim
Donate to our vital work
We wouldn't be able to support women to escape abuse without your generous fundraising and donations. Every penny makes a huge difference.
1.7 challenge: Facebook social media resources
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