Gloves Up for a Cause: Charity Boxing Event Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls
Residents of Bracknell are coming together to support a crucial cause, as a charity boxing event aims to raise awareness and funds to combat violence against women and girls (VAWG). Priya Dawkins, a finalist for the Ms Great Britain Surrey Class title 2025, has organized the event, "Gloves Up for a Cause," in collaboration with Panda Boxfit Camp. This initiative brings together the community to support two vital organizations, Project Salama and A-Sisterhood, which provide essential services to victim-survivors of domestic abuse and VAWG causes globally.
Key Takeaways:
- The charity boxing event, "Gloves Up for a Cause," will take place on Sunday, June 29, at the Arborfield Community Centre.
- Priya Dawkins, a finalist for the Ms Great Britain Surrey Class title 2025, organized the event to raise awareness and funds for VAWG charities.
- Priya's passion for the cause stems from her own experiences, where she used boxing as a form of trauma recovery at Panda Boxfit Camp.
- Mark 'Panda' Parton, owner of the boxfit camp, is collaborating with Priya to host the event and support VAWG charities.
- The event is free to attend, and donations can be made in cash or online, with proceeds split equally between Project Salama and A-Sisterhood.
- Priya has been supported by Mark 'Panda' Parton, who has also been involved in fundraising for various charities, and is grateful for his kindness and compassion.
- The event will welcome participants of all experience levels, from novice to experienced boxers, aged 16 and above.
Statistics:
- Date: Sunday, June 29
- Event location: Arborfield Community Centre
- Proceeds: Split evenly between Project Salama and A-Sisterhood
Sources:
- Priya Dawkins' statement
- Mark 'Panda' Parton's collaboration with Priya Dawkins
- Project Salama and A-Sisterhood charities mentioned
- Panda Boxfit Camp and Priya Dawkins' personal account of using boxing for trauma recovery