Walk A Mile In Their Shoes
- Date Sat 3rd April 2027
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Dekalb, Illinois
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, April 3rd, 2027, in DeKalb for the inspiring event, "Walk A Mile In Their Shoes." Since its inception in 2001, this international initiative has gathered men, women, and families from around the globe to participate in an impactful march aimed at stopping rape, sexual assault, and gender violence. Participants will literally walk a mile in women's high-heeled shoes, symbolizing the importance of empathy and understanding in addressing these critical issues.
This visually stunning event not only promotes awareness but also encourages education, self-reflection, and meaningful conversations about gender violence. It’s an opportunity to stand in solidarity and showcase commitment to allyship. Don't miss out on this unique experience that combines community engagement with a powerful message of change!
This visually stunning event not only promotes awareness but also encourages education, self-reflection, and meaningful conversations about gender violence. It’s an opportunity to stand in solidarity and showcase commitment to allyship. Don't miss out on this unique experience that combines community engagement with a powerful message of change!
Organiser's Description
Since 2001, men, women, and their families around the world have joined award-winning Walk a Mile in Her Shoes: The International Men's March to Stop Rape, Sexual Assault & Gender Violence. There is an old saying: "You can't understand another person's experience until you've walked a mile in their shoes." To get people listening, learning, and talking, Walk a Mile in Their Shoes education Events organize around men literally walking one mile in women's high-heeled shoes. It's not easy walking in these shoes, but it's an experience around which a lot of education, self-reflection, and change happens. It's impressive to see such a visually stunning public statement of listening, learning, allyship, and commitment.
Races
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Walk a Mile in Their Shoes
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 3rd April 2027 (8:30AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 JAN 27 -
Walk a Mile in Their Shoes Groups of 4 or More
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 3rd April 2027 (8:30AM CDT)
$22.20
OPENS 01 JAN 27
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1525 W Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, 60115, IL, United States
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