(BBC) A charity run that stopped women and girls over 12 from taking part is “reviewing its policies” after a backlash.
The Muslim Charity Run, held in east London’s Victoria Park last month, was billed as an “inclusive 5km race” welcoming “runners and supporters of all ages and abilities,” but it was open only to “men, boys of all ages and girls under 12.”
A Muslim women’s group said the event should have been more inclusive to avoid “reinforcement of negative stereotypes.”
Organised by East London Mosque and the London Muslim Centre, the charity run was said to have attracted hundreds of runners and supporters.
In an update on Sunday, the Equality and Human Rights Commission said it would not be taking any further action.
