A woman born with Down’s Syndrome has decided to run in the British London 10k race.

Alissa Elsaesser from Penparc, Cardigan has decided to take the challenge in order to raise money for the charity Cerebra.

Cerebra is a Carmarthen based charity which enters a team into the race each year.

Alissa has just finished her last year of college where she enjoyed many hobbies including singing, cooking and even skiing.

As well as having a hectic social life, Alissa also volunteers at Cerebra during the holidays, helping with our two raffles that take place every year.

Running 10k will be a huge challenge for Alissa but she will have the support of her father Alex Elsaesser who will be running the race for the fourth time for Cerebra this year.

“This will be a big challenge for her. She is trying to raise £1,000 for Cerebra and if you are able to sponsor her, it would be a great encouragement for her to keep training,” Alex said.

Alissa has been training hard for the race which takes place on July 12 and is confident that she will be able to make it around the gruelling course with moral support from family and friends.

She has also been working hard to raise funds with Alex by holding a hot dog day for Cerebra staff, that is on top of her normal voluntary duties.

Alissa has just managed to exceed her initial target of £1,000 and is now hoping to double it.

If you would like to help her do this can show your support by calling 01267 244221 to make a donation or you can donate through Alissa’s Just Giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/Alissa-Elsaesser/.

Cerebra is a national charity that is based in Carmarthen and supports children with neurological conditions and their families.

To find out more about the work that Cerebra does, please visit www.cerebra.org.uk.