News / Fundraising /

Who is Hussain fundraises for Sightsavers at half-marathon

May 2022

NOTE: This article is more than two years old, but may still be relevant. For more recent content, see our stories, news and blogs page.

Social justice movement Who is Hussain is on track to raise £35,000 for Sightsavers through this year’s Sprint for Sight campaign.

Each year, the Who is Hussain central team fundraises for a particular cause, and on 26 June 2022, 16 runners will take part in a half-marathon at Richmond Park in London. The Sprint for Sight campaign is supporting Sightsavers’ work in Pakistan, helping people access vital eye care services and treatment to protect and restore their sight.

Who is Hussain empowers people around the world to organise activities for charitable causes, including fundraising events, blood donation drives, and distributing food and clothing. The charity is named after the Islamic Prophet Muhammad’s grandson Hussain, who stood by his principles and demonstrated selflessness.

To support the runners and help Who is Hussain reach its target, you can make a donation via the JustGiving page.

A man with a bandage over his right eye smiles for a photo with his young grandson.
Sardar smiles for a portrait with his grandson.

Read all our latest news stories

News from Sightsavers
Five men and women sit on a stage during an event. A man in the centre is speaking into a microphone.
News / Eye health /

Sightsavers and CBM call for child vision and hearing care investment across Africa

The two organisations made the call at a roundtable event as part of the UN General Assembly.

September 2026
A woman holding a clipboard collects information from a woman wearing a chador.
News / Disability and inclusion /

Sightsavers at the Global Data Festival 2026

We attended the event in Nairobi, Kenya to highlight the need for continued commitment and action on inclusive data that is representative of all people.

May 2026
A man wearing a white medical coat sits in front of a computer at a desk.
News / Fighting disease /

Sightsavers and WHO launch AI skills course for disease programmes

Participants will learn how to analyse data, communicate findings and make evidence-based decisions on disease elimination.

May 2026