Here’s your chance to be part of a noble cause by joining labourers in the third edition of the Labour Run next week.
On Friday, March 31, hundreds will line up at Muhaisnah 2 in Dubai and with registration extended until Wednesday, there’s still time to sign up. The last two editions have been hugely popular and next week’s is expected to be no different.
Organised by Team Sports UAE, the event is backed by the UAE Athletics Federation and Dubai Sports Council, and an opportunity for the labourers to enjoy an active lifestyle.
“The fact that we are not going to charge the labourers is significant,” said Meher Un Nissa, event director.
“They have been registered for free as it’s a chance for us to say thank you for the hard work they put in, in making the UAE a great place to live in. Overall, it’s a chance for them to get rid of all the anxiety and tension of the daily routine work that they do from Sundays to Thursdays.
“With such a hectic schedule, they don’t have time to enjoy an active lifestyle so since it’s on a Friday when they are off, it will give them an opportunity to do so.”
She added: “It isn’t just about the labourers. It will be a big day and we want as many people in the UAE to join them as it will be a great occasion.
“There will be social and professional runners taking part and it’s an opportunity to run in an event which is showing support.”
If you’re a beginner or experienced runner, there are two different distances to choose from with a 3km and 10km run on offer. As well as prizes for the winners in each category, there will also be a chance to win some attractive prizes in the raffle draw.
With registration closing on Wednesday, Un Nissa insists there will be plenty of positives by signing up.
“This is the third time we will be organising this and the last two editions have been really popular,” she said.
“Runners have really enjoyed the experience of taking part and most importantly supporting the labourers. While registration numbers have been encouraging, we hope to see an increase in the coming days.”
What: Labour Run
Where: Muhaisnah 2 in Dubai
When: Friday, March 31 from 06:30
Contact: For more information or to register, visit www.premieronline.com
