Walk a Mile is a light-hearted event, which raises awareness regarding sexual assault in our community, as well as funds that assist in supporting the YWCA Silicon Valley Rape Crisis Center. The walk will begin and end at Plaza de Cesar Chavez, downtown San Jose. Sponsorship Reception will take place at the Fairmont Hotel, downtown San Jose. In an effort to raise awareness to the issue of sexual assault, community leaders, businessmen, students, and residents will walk one mile in women's high heeled shoes through Downtown San Jose. The YWCA hosts this unique event during Sexual Assault Awareness Month to call attention to the staggering statistics.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
TIME: Registration, shoe pick up, donation drop off 4:00pm - 5:00pm, Walk begins at 5:00pm
WHERE: Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Downtown San Jose
Go to their registration page for more information about sponsorships and registering online.