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Frequently Ask Question
Event related
When and where will the event be held?
When and where will the event be held?
Run For Girls 2023 will be held on 7 April 2023 (Friday, during Easter Holiday) at Hong Kong Science Park Charles K. Kao Auditorium (Golden Egg).
Is the event restricted to females only?
Is the event restricted to females only?
Apart from females #RunForGirls, we also allow males to participate #MenforChange, together we thrive for girl’s rights!
How many run categories are there?
How many run categories are there?
Please refer to the Event page.
Can I participate in more than one Run?
Can I participate in more than one Run?
Unfortunately you are not allowed to. The start time of each run is similar, so Runners will not be able to participate in more than one Run at the same time.
Are all Runs entitled to have Awards?
Are all Runs entitled to have Awards?
Apart from Family 1km Fun Run, all other races will be entitled to have different awards, for more information, please refer to the Event page.
Are there any age and number of participants limitations for each Run?
Are there any age and number of participants limitations for each Run?
Yes, there are limitations, for more information, please refer to the Event page.
Am I eligible to participate?
Am I eligible to participate?
Runners must clearly understand the content and nature of the event, where it requires physical exertion. We highly recommend runners to determine and be aware of their own health conditions in whether they are suitable to participate.
Why are the race groups divided into 10.11km, 3km and 1km?
Why are the race groups divided into 10.11km, 3km and 1km?
In response to the "International Day of the Girl Child" on October 11, a 10.11km race was set up to arouse public attention to Girl’s Right. Besides, in allowing more females, parents and children to participate for the event and stepping up to save girls from child marriage, a 3km and 1km fun run was created.
Why does the campaign only help girls?
Why does the campaign only help girls?
All children are equally important and shall enjoy the same rights and opportunities. However, surveys and actual conditions show that girls in developing countries are the most vulnerable group who suffers.
  • According to the United Nations Population Fund, nearly 50% of Bangladesh girls are married before the age of 18, and 15% of them are even under the age of 15.
  • In Bangladesh, poverty is one of the main reasons for girls being forced into early marriage. Apart from Child Marriage, they also face threats such as school dropout, early pregnancy, and domestic violence.
Through the Run For Girl 2023 event, we hope to arouse the public's attention about girl’s rights and aims at ensuring every girl and young woman has power over her own life and can shape the world around her. We are aiming to change the way girls are valued in society so they no longer have to face injustice and oppression.
Registration Related
How much is the registration fee?
How much is the registration fee?
HK$320 per adult for both Public Run and Family Run. HK$280 per child for Family Run. Corporate Run quotas will be subjected to the company’s donation.
What payment methods are accepted during registration?
What payment methods are accepted during registration?
We accept online payments only. Participants can use MasterCard / Visa / American Express / Apple Pay / Google Pay to pay for the registration fee.
How to make sure my application is successful?
How to make sure my application is successful?
Applicants who successfully paid and registered via our official website will automatically receive a confirmation email. If you haven’t yet received the confirmation, please check your spam email box. If you have any inquiries, please email to event@plan.org.hk.
If I am unable to participate in the event due to various reasons after registration, can I apply for a refund of the registration fee?
If I am unable to participate in the event due to various reasons after registration, can I apply for a refund of the registration fee?
Since all profits will be donated for charitable purposes, we are not able to refund any registration fees.
Will I receive a tax-deductible receipt for my registration fee (HK$320 and HK$280)?
Will I receive a tax-deductible receipt for my registration fee (HK$320 and HK$280)?
No. Registration fee is for participating in the charity run, and participants will be given runner’s packs and goodie bags in return. It is not eligible for a tax-deductible receipt. Only donations other than registration fee that are HK$100 or above are eligible for tax-deductible e-receipts.
If I am unable to participate in the event due to various reasons after registration, can I transfer my quota to my friends?
If I am unable to participate in the event due to various reasons after registration, can I transfer my quota to my friends?
Unfortunately, once registration is confirmed, we do not allow any registration refund and quota refers.
Can I edit my personal information after registration?
Can I edit my personal information after registration?
Participants cannot change the race category and the names enrolled. If you wish to edit other contact information after registration is confirmed, please email to event@plan.org.hk for enquiry. The Organizer may charge an administration fee for the change.
How will the Organizers handle my personal information?
How will the Organizers handle my personal information?
Can I register as a runner on the event day?
Can I register as a runner on the event day?
Sorry, no on-site registration on the event day.
If the event is being cancelled, will I get my registration fees refunded?
If the event is being cancelled, will I get my registration fees refunded?
We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to all the runners and donors who supported Run For Girls 2023. Since the donations from this event will be used to support Plan International's anti-child marriage project in Bangladesh, your donation is extremely important to these girls. In view of this, if the event is cancelled due to weather or other circumstances beyond the control of the Organizer or in the case of a Force Majeure resulting in the Event being cancelled, no refunds will be arranged. In order to thank everyone for their support, participants will still be able to receive the runner’s pack and goodie bag from sponsors.
If the event cannot be held as scheduled, will it be rescheduled?
If the event cannot be held as scheduled, will it be rescheduled?
Since the event involves arrangements for venue and road permits, volunteer manpowers and other expenses, if the event has to be cancelled for any reasons, we might not be able to re-organised the event within a short period. However, “early bird registration” will be prioritised for those affected in our next “Run For Girls” event. The Organizers reserved the right to the final decision.
Runner’s Pack Pick Up Arrangements
When will we send the “Runner’s pack redemption announcement”?
When will we send the “Runner’s pack redemption announcement”?
In response to environmental protection, Runner’s pack redemption announcement will be sent to successful registered runners by the end of March via email. Registered runners can log into their individual CosMart membership account, the official registration platform, to view their registration details and QR code for picking up the runner’s pack. If participants did not receive the runner’s pack redemption email by 27 March 2023, please contact us at event@plan.org.hk.
When and where can I pick up the runner’s pack?
When and where can I pick up the runner’s pack?
Participants are required to show the shared QR code on the runner’s pack redemption email and the Hong Kong Identity card / passport that you used to register, in order to redeem your runner’s pack.
  • Date: 29 Mar 2023 - 02 Apr 2023 (Wednesday to Sunday)
  • Time: 29 Mar 2023 - 31 Mar 2023 (09:30 to 20:00), 01 Apr 2023 - 02 Apr 2023 (09:30 to 18:00)
  • Venue: 21/F, 9 Chong Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Children runner’s pack will be picked up by Family Run’s Team Leader; all other adult participants have to pick the runner's pack on their own.
May I authorise a representative to pick up the runner’s pack for me?
May I authorise a representative to pick up the runner’s pack for me?
Yes. However, you must provide the following documents for your representative to pick up at the designated period and location.Please note we will not be distributing any runner’s pack, including runner’s bib with timing chip, luggage storage tags and event T-Shirt at the event day on-site.
May I use a mailing service to pick up the runner's pack?
May I use a mailing service to pick up the runner's pack?
No, we will not mail any runner's pack to participants to avoid loss of package due to the mailing failure.
May I change the size of the event T-Shirt?
May I change the size of the event T-Shirt?
No. Once participants choose their T-Shirt size during registration, no exchange on sizes will be allowed.
What is included in the runner’s pack?
What is included in the runner’s pack?
  • INNOTIER Vertex Air Run for Girls T-Shirt
  • Runner’s bib with timing chip & pins
  • Luggage Tag
  • Other sponsored gifts
Event Day
If I forgot to bring the runner's bib, can I still participate in the Run?
If I forgot to bring the runner's bib, can I still participate in the Run?
No. Any participants who do not have an official runner's bib will not be allowed to join.
If any of my teammate(s) from Family Run / Bestie Run / Corporate Run are unable to participate in the event due to various reasons, can I still compete in the Run?
If any of my teammate(s) from Family Run / Bestie Run / Corporate Run are unable to participate in the event due to various reasons, can I still compete in the Run?
Yes, you're still allowed to compete in the run. After finishing the run, you are still entitled to receive the goodie bag and certificate.
What should I wear on the event day?
What should I wear on the event day?
Runners should wear proper sportswear and sports shoes. Please be reminded to pin and attach the runner's bib (with timing chip) to your T-Shirt, so our staff will be able to identify you. We highly encourage all runners to wear our official event T-Shirt that we distributed in the runner's pack in boosting the event vibes.
Any luggage storage on the event day?
Any luggage storage on the event day?
Yes, limited temporary luggage storage will be provided. Bring along and attach the luggage tag to your own bag at the event day, you can find the luggage tag from your runner’s pack. Please note runner’s shall keep their valuables to themselves, Organizers will not be responsible to any loss or damage of personal property.
Do I need to report to anyone upon arrival?
Do I need to report to anyone upon arrival?
You are not required to report your arrival. Please be patient and attentive to the instructions by our staff, and arrive at the starting point of the track 10 minutes before your run starts.
Once you've finished the race and reached the finish line, what's the next step?
Once you've finished the race and reached the finish line, what's the next step?
Runners should leave the track as soon as possible after arriving at the finish line and will be directed to the gift redemption stations to pick up their goodie bag. Runners can also visit the booths set up in the venue and take photos with the decorations.
When will I be able to receive the e-Certificate of Completion?
When will I be able to receive the e-Certificate of Completion?
All e-Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you in May via the email you provided during registration.
In case of any bad weather situations, may I know if there will be any special arrangements?
In case of any bad weather situations, may I know if there will be any special arrangements?
If the Hong Kong Observatory issued Tropical Cyclone Signal No. 3 or above, Red or Black Rainstorm Warning Signal at or after 3:00 am on the race day, the race will be cancelled. In response to any unspecified adverse weather conditions or unpredictable circumstances, the Organizer reserves the right to reschedule or cancel the event. Announcements will be released on both COSMOPOLITAN & PLAN Hong Kong social media. We highly recommend you to check the weather condition before travelling to the event location in the morning.
Can I bring pets or race with aids of any kind?
Can I bring pets or race with aids of any kind?
No. Runners are not allowed to bring any pets or any form of auxiliary tools, such as wheelchairs, bicycles, skates, trolleys, pulleys built into or attached to shoes, etc., into the track area.
Can my friends come to watch and support the event?
Can my friends come to watch and support the event?
Yes, however they are only allowed to watch and cheer for the runners in a designated area near the finish line.