The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, led by Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo, Jr., is set to celebrate the 2024 National Women’s Month with a series of empowering events. Spearheaded by the Provincial Population Office, Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office, and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan’s Committee on Women and Children, chaired by Hon. Junette I. Hurtado, the highlight of the celebration will be the inaugural iJuanaRun Fun-Run, themed “A Run for Women’s Mental Health Awareness.”
In collaboration with SOX RUNNERS, the iJuanaRun Fun-Run is scheduled for March 23, 2024, starting at 4:00 AM, and will feature two race categories: 5K and 10K distances. The race routes will showcase the scenic landscapes of South Cotabato, taking participants from the South Cotabato Sports Complex to various key landmarks in Brgy. Paraiso.
The event schedule is as follows:
– **04:00 AM:** Assembly Time
– **04:15 AM-04:45 AM:** ZUMBA WARMUP by ZIN Mikay
– **05:00 AM:** GUNSTART for 10K
– **05:30 AM:** GUNSTART for 5K
Special awards will be presented to outstanding runners, including the Oldest Runners (Male and Female for both 5K and 10K) and Best Dressed (Male and Female overall).
Interested participants can register online through the provided link: [iJuanaRun Registration Form](https://forms.gle/oJybvaJpDkbEMkgF6). The registration fees are Php 500.00 for 5K and Php 600.00 for 10K. Payment can be made through GCASH, with details provided in the registration form.
For those preferring on-site registration, booths will be available at Extreme Fitness Gym on Arellano Street, Koronadal City (contact Rex Añero), and in front of SMRAA Sports Complex (contact Hilda Balbuena) during specific hours.
For inquiries, participants may reach out to the Provincial Population Office South Cotabato page or contact Sam Cyrus Bayog at 09958796447 / 09914446876.
Let’s come together and make this year’s Women’s Month Celebration a memorable and impactful one by advocating for Women’s Mental Health Awareness. See you at the starting line, runners!
