The Darkness to Daylight event, which allows the Brisbane community to take a strong collective stand against abuse, will be held for the 13th time on May 28-29, 2026.
Participants take part in a run or walk of up to 110km over two days, with each kilometre representing somebody lost to family and domestic violence in Australia each year.
The event was established by Robert Reed from law firm MinterEllison in 2014 to give the community an avenue to do something “physical and meaningful” to address the issue.
Funds raised go towards Challenge DV’s activities, including workplace programs, respectful relationships programs, strategic partnerships and advocacy.
Teams from law firm McCullough Robertson Lawyers (McR) have long been supporters of the event and this year, as part of its centenary year community support program, the firm is a major sponsor.
McR Partner Tim Case said McR teams had been taking part in Darkness to Daylight for more than a decade and were proud to support the incredible work of Challenge DV.
“We always get a fantastic turnout,” he said. “Last year we had 23 runners cover over 230km and plenty more walkers as well – we’re hoping to surpass that this year.”
“We have a mix of the regulars like myself and (Joint Managing Partner) Guy Humble who have been participating for years, and also new team members keeping the tradition alive amongst the younger generations.”
Mr Case said Darkness to Daylight offered running and walking options at varying distances so anyone could easily get involved.
It felt like a natural evolution for the firm to elevate its involvement to major sponsorship as it celebrated 100 years of business.
Mr Reed’s vision was to give people a chance to “run for a reason”.
The work of lawyers often places them alongside people during some of their most vulnerable moments.
“It gives us a deeper appreciation of the critical role education, early intervention, and community support play in helping to break the cycle,” Mr Case said.
“With Darkness to Daylight, the nature of the charity is taken very seriously, but the event itself a powerful reminder of the positive impact communities can make when they come together.
“The solitude and darkness certainly provides an opportunity to reflect on our vulnerability and the nature of the domestic violence issue that the event aims to eradicate.”
To take part, or find out more go to: https://www.darknesstodaylight.org/
