We Run Oakland: For Our Children
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Event Overview
We Run Oakland: For Our Children is an annual charity event held in Oakland, California. Organized by A Sista's Touch, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing Black excellence, the event serves as a community-focused initiative to address the global health crisis of human trafficking and exploitation. The series focuses on the collective responsibility of the community to protect children and provide safer environments through awareness and advocacy.
The event aims to bridge the gap between community members, available resources, and self-care. It features partnerships with various local organizations and community vendors to provide participants with information on human rights and protection.
Course and Participation
The event features a 5 km run and walk. It is designed as a family and community gathering rather than a strictly competitive race, encouraging group participation and community engagement. Registration is open to the public, and past events have seen over 230 registered participants.
Features
Participants may receive swag bags as part of their registration. In previous years, packet pick-up has been hosted at local partners like Sports Basement in Berkeley. The event often includes:
- 5 km Run/Walk
- Community resource tables
- Local vendors
- Educational materials on human trafficking awareness
Proceeds and efforts from the run support the nonprofit's mission to empower the community and provide programs for youth. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
