Registration Deadline: 9 September 2022

(From Left to Right) Representatives from the General Association of Athletics of Macau, Banco Comercial de Macau, Oxfam in Macau, AIA International Limited Macau Branch, Occasions Public Relations Macau Limited and Macau Tower Convention and Entertainment Centre.

The Oxfam TowerRun fundraising event will be held at the Macau Tower Convention and Entertainment Centre on 16 October 2022, which is one day before the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Participants are cordially invited by Mr. Louie Ho, Chief Executive Officer of AIA International Limited Macau, together with representatives of Occasions Public Relations Macau Limited, Banco Comercial de Macau, Macau Tower Convention and Entertainment Centre, General Association of Athletics of Macau and other sponsors,  to experience the impact of climate change on the most vulnerable group. 

Climbing up a total of 1,298 stairs at Macau Tower, which will approximately last around 20 minutes* for most participants, is equivalent to the time and energy consumed for the herders in Qinghai to walk and search for limited safe water access under climate change. Furthermore, the time consumed for the victims of the drought in East Africa takes to fetch safe drinking water to survive is even four times longer. Therefore, the Oxfam TowerRun event invites and welcomes participants to help the most vulnerable group to fight climate change by fund raising, while challenging themselves to win exquisite gifts including sports club memberships and SEIKO watches.

*Estimated based on the average amount of time needed in past. For reference only.

Poorest in urgently need of assistance because of climate change
Climate change has brought extreme weather to all parts of the world and the most vulnerable group are always the first to suffer. The drought in East Africa has already lasted for two years with 28 million people suffering from a hunger crisis. At the same time, water sources in Qinghai are gradually decreasing which affect herder’s income severely. Oxfam is committed to supporting victims of climate change and utilising donations to meet their urgent needs as well as advocating for climate action. The upcoming Oxfam TowerRun event aims to raise funds for poverty alleviation, disaster relief and policy advocacy in Macau and all around the world. 

Key Dates and Information
Registration Deadline:     9 September 2022 (Friday)
Online Registration and Details:     https://bit.ly/JoinOTR2022 
Event Date:     16 October 2022 (Sunday)
Runner’s pack collection:     9-10 October 2022 (Sunday-Monday)

Participants can choose from the following categories:
•    Men/Women’s Race - Individual Challenge (Full Race – 61 levels)
•    Men/Women’s Race - Individual Challenge (Half Race – 31 levels)
•    Team Challenge (Relay for teams of FOUR – 61 levels)

Participants aged 18 or above who have donated the minimum amount (MOP/HKD500) are eligible to join the Individual Challenge (Men/Women’s Race). Those who donate at least MOP/HKD5,000 are eligible to join the Team Challenge. 

Prizes and Gifts
Winners will receive exquisite gifts from our sponsors, such as sports club memberships, SEIKO watches and more. All participants will receive a specially designed event tee, event medal, sports set, certificate of completion and a delicate gift bag. Participants can also enjoy exclusive discounts of 20% off on AJ Hackett’s Bungy jump, Skywalk, and other exciting activities on TowerRun event day.

To encourage participants to raise more funds for the vulnerable around the world, those who choose to become an Oxfam poverty alleviation fundraiser will have the chance to win a Macau Tower Skywalk Experience Package. Fundraisers can even create their own online fundraising page and invite family and friends to support through the page to build a world without poverty together. 

Oxfam TowerRun Pre-event Training - Summer Fun
This year, lululemon, Life Project, and Hou Chon Sports Club Basketball team –Supporting and Fitness Partners of the event, will provide pre-race fitness training to participants as well as the general public. More details about registration are available on the event’s website https://bit.ly/JoinOTR2022

•    Kids Fitness Training Camp

An exciting training programme has been designed by the Hou Chon Sports Club Basketball team members and the senior coaching team. Coaches will guide young participants through a fitness training session.
Date:    3 September 2022 (Saturday)
Time:    3 pm – 4 pm
Target Group:    Children aged from 6 to 12
Admission Fee: MOP 150

•    Fun Night Stretching Dance 

Professional trainers from Life Project will teach participants aerobic exercises to motivating music and flashing LED lights. Enjoy a fun- and sport-filled night under the Macau Tower Convention and Entertainment Centre.
Date:    9 September 2022 (Friday)
Time:    7 pm – 9 pm
Target Group:    All parties are welcome
Admission  Fee: MOP 150 

•    Sunset HIIT Workout 

lululemon team will lead participants through a HIIT workout during sunset. The workout will help participants of all levels improve muscle strength, enhance muscle balance and increase joint stability.
Instructor: Professional trainer Shelton Hauw
Date:    17 September 2022 (Saturday)
Time:    5 pm – 7 pm
Target Group:    All parties are welcome
Admission Fee: MOP 150

About Oxfam
Oxfam is a worldwide development organisation that mobilises the power of people against poverty.

Oxfam’s office in Macau was established in February 2012. Apart from working on poverty alleviation, disaster relief and policy advocacy around the globe, Oxfam in Macau is also committed to promoting global citizenship in Macau to fight poverty and inequality together.

For media enquiries, please contact:
Aimee Tam
Fundraising Officer II (Macau)
Phone: +853 2875 7560
Email: aimee.tam@oxfam.org.hk    

Becky Ho
Marketing Communications & Digital Officer
Phone: +852 3120 5257
Email: becky.ho@oxfam.org.hk