Craig Watson

Why I’m Sweating with Pride

I’m taking on Sweat with Pride this June to raise money for our Rainbow communities! 💦🌈

Our schools, workplaces, and doctors’ offices are still not safe places for many Rainbow New Zealanders and it’s putting lives at risk.

More than half our rainbow whānau have experienced mental illness. One in five of our rainbow rangatahi (youth) have attempted suicide. And life changing STIs like syphilis, mpox and HIV are still far too common. Things need to change.

So, this June I’m fighting discrimination with perspiration, and I've committed to exercising for at least 21 minutes EVERY DAY to raise money to support Rainbow Kiwis.

This cause means a lot to me. I’d be SO GRATEFUL if you could chip in to help me reach my goal. Every dollar I raise will fund life-changing mental, physical and sexual health services for Rainbow New Zealanders.

Thank you sooooo much ❤️

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My Impact

So far in this year’s challenge I have…

Empowered thousands of Rainbow Kiwis with information on safe sex and relationships.

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Track my Progress

I’m sweating for 42 minutes
per day this June!

1,155 minutes completed

1,260 minutes goal

My Ranking

I’m #538 out of 4,347 Sweaty Bettys

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Craig Watson

Raised

$417

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My Updates

Paying it forward

Wednesday 12th Jun

I grew up in conservative churches, which meant my view of my sexuality, body and relationships was pretty messed up!

The councillors at Burnett Foundation totally understood my unique position and some of the stuff I needed to fix. They gave me incredible help, which made me a lot happier.

So fundraising to ensure people like me can access that same opportunity.