One in Five 5K
- Date Tue 1st April 2025 - Sun 11th May 2025
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location Oakland, Maine
- Price $25.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring One in Five 5K event on Sunday, April 27th, 2025, at FirstPark in Oakland, Kennebec, starting at 9:00 AM. This uplifting race encourages participants to run or walk in solidarity against the impact of sexual violence in Maine communities. With the sobering statistic that an estimated one in five people in Maine has been affected by sexual violence, this 13th annual race aims to raise awareness and support for survivors.
Participants can choose to join the in-person event or sign up for the virtual race, which has been extended until May 11th. Friendly, leashed dogs and strollers are welcome, making this a family-friendly occasion. All proceeds from the One in Five 5K will directly benefit the Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center, providing essential services such as a 24-hour support line, advocacy, and prevention education for those in need. Together, we can make a difference and stand united to combat sexual violence during Sexual Assault Awareness Month!
Participants can choose to join the in-person event or sign up for the virtual race, which has been extended until May 11th. Friendly, leashed dogs and strollers are welcome, making this a family-friendly occasion. All proceeds from the One in Five 5K will directly benefit the Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center, providing essential services such as a 24-hour support line, advocacy, and prevention education for those in need. Together, we can make a difference and stand united to combat sexual violence during Sexual Assault Awareness Month!
Organiser's Description
On Sunday, April 27th, 2025 at FirstPark in Oakland at 9:00 am, people will be running or walking in solidarity against the harsh reality of the impact of sexual violence in our Maine communities. Inspired by the current Maine statistic of an estimated ONE in FIVE people in Maine have been affected by sexual violence (Muskie School of Public Policy, Maine Crime Victimizations Rates, 2011), the Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center is hosting the 13th annual One in Five 5k race. You can choose to sign up for the virtual race which we have extended to May 11th, or you can join us at FirstPark on April 27th. This event is taking place in the month of April to honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month!
Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome! Strollers are welcome! Have questions? Check out our One in Five 5K Race Guide! [https://www.silentnomore.org/uploads/1/2/4/4/124489814/race_guide_2024.pdf]
SUBMIT YOUR VIRTUAL RACE RESULTS HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/5783#resultSetId-233278;perpage:10].
100% OF THE PROCEEDS OF THIS EVENT WILL BENEFIT THE SEXUAL ASSAULT CRISIS & SUPPORT CENTER AND ITS SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ABUSE. A FULLY STAFFED AND HIGHLY TRAINED SEXUAL ASSAULT SUPPORT-LINE IS AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY, SUPPORT GROUPS, JUSTICE SYSTEM ADVOCACY, SCHOOL-BASED PREVENTION EDUCATION, AND CHILDRENS ADVOCACY CENTER ARE ALL PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE TO THE MEMBERS OF THE KENNEBEC AND SOMERSET COUNTIES COMMUNITIES IN NEED. HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE UTILIZE THESE IMPORTANT SERVICES EVERY YEAR.
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW NEEDS HELP AND WANTS TO SPEAK WITH ONE OF OUR ADVOCATES, PLEASE CALL OUR 24-HOUR HELPLINE: 1-800-871-7741.
Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome! Strollers are welcome! Have questions? Check out our One in Five 5K Race Guide! [https://www.silentnomore.org/uploads/1/2/4/4/124489814/race_guide_2024.pdf]
SUBMIT YOUR VIRTUAL RACE RESULTS HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/5783#resultSetId-233278;perpage:10].
100% OF THE PROCEEDS OF THIS EVENT WILL BENEFIT THE SEXUAL ASSAULT CRISIS & SUPPORT CENTER AND ITS SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ABUSE. A FULLY STAFFED AND HIGHLY TRAINED SEXUAL ASSAULT SUPPORT-LINE IS AVAILABLE 24 HOURS A DAY, SUPPORT GROUPS, JUSTICE SYSTEM ADVOCACY, SCHOOL-BASED PREVENTION EDUCATION, AND CHILDRENS ADVOCACY CENTER ARE ALL PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE TO THE MEMBERS OF THE KENNEBEC AND SOMERSET COUNTIES COMMUNITIES IN NEED. HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE UTILIZE THESE IMPORTANT SERVICES EVERY YEAR.
IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW NEEDS HELP AND WANTS TO SPEAK WITH ONE OF OUR ADVOCATES, PLEASE CALL OUR 24-HOUR HELPLINE: 1-800-871-7741.
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