Author: Ro Kallicharan

Ro (Rohan) is an award-winning mental health campaigner and speaker with lived experience of mental illness. He has been involved in a number of high-profile campaigns to raise awareness and break down the stigma around mental ill-health. He is a sub-3 hour marathon runner, HR Director and husband to Claire.

#21in2021 Journal: Seven Up, One Down

Posted on June 22, 2021February 16, 2023 by Ro Kallicharan

It’s about time we had an update. My latest #21in2021 Journal tells you about the seven races finished – Seven Up!

#21in2021 Journal: they come in threes

Posted on May 9, 2021February 16, 2023 by Ro Kallicharan

They say that things come in threes. In my latest #21in2021 journal, I look at the three non-events of my fundraising campaign so far!

From Kirkstall to Keyboard: the stain of racism

Posted on May 3, 2021February 16, 2023 by Ro Kallicharan

With sport blacking-out social media this weekend, I reflected on my experience of the stain of racism in sport, from Kirkstall to Keyboard.

Running in the Midpack – learning on the run

Posted on April 27, 2021February 16, 2023 by Ro Kallicharan

Running has taught me so much about myself but sometimes you need something to challenge you. Running in the Midpack has done just that.

#21in2021 Journal: Gratitude and resilience

Posted on April 17, 2021February 16, 2023 by Ro Kallicharan

Today’s DNF reminded me that gratitude equals resilience. Instead of moping and regrets, I walk away happy and eager to face a new challenge.

Faith, Hope, Love and Life

Posted on April 2, 2021February 16, 2023 by Ro Kallicharan

We all need Hope. We sometimes feel it even when we can’t see it. This week has been the most difficult of my life but hope remains strong, this Good Friday.