Kenyan Marathoner Fighting Gender-Based Violence in Memory of Fallen Athletes

Viola Cheptoo started a foundation to create awareness and support GBV survivors. They visit schools, youth training camps, and churches, educating young girls on the red flags to watch out for and stressing the importance of speaking out against violence

Viola Cheptoo, a celebrated long-distance runner from Kenya with numerous victories, was deeply affected by the murder of her close friend and fellow athlete Agnes Tirop, just days after setting a world record in 2021. Agnes was stabbed at her…