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Saturday, October 17th, 2026
2300 Walt Stephens Rd, Jonesboro GA
5K
54–73°F · low rain risk
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 17
Cloudy · 62–86°F
Saturday, Oct 17starts near 62°F · 13% chance of rain · wind up to 17 mph
About this race
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
15th Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
5K Walk/Run
A Legacy of Steps: 15 Years Strong
Honoring the past, empowering the present, and walking boldly toward a violence-free future.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Location: Clayton County International Park, Jonesboro, Georgia
- Race Starts: 8:30 AM
- More Info: Race Registration Link
Awards & Prizes
- Trophies for: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Runners
- Trophies for: 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Walkers
- Prize for: Biggest Team Challenge Winner
What’s New This Year!
- Fitness Warmup: before the 5K
- Unity in the Community Celebration: after the 5K featuring:
- Music, Raffles, Prizes & Surprises
- Service & Resource Vendors
- Merchandise Vendors
- Food Boxes for Families
Join Us
Join Us for the 2026 Walk a Mile in Her Shoes 5K Walk/Run Against Domestic Violence
Sisters Empowerment Network, Inc., in partnership with our community allies, invites you to take a stand and step forward at the 2026 Walk a Mile in Her Shoes 5K Walk/Run Against Domestic Violence. Together, we raise awareness and show unwavering support for survivors of intimate partner violence.
Choose How You Participate:
- In-Person Walk/Run: Join us at the scenic Clayton County International Park (The Beach) in Jonesboro, Georgia, for our 15th annual walk.
- Virtual Walk/Run: Prefer to participate from your own location? You can still walk or run at your own pace.
Registration Deadlines & T-Shirt/Swag Bag Info
Virtual Participants: Register by Friday, September 25th to guarantee your official 5K t-shirt and swag bag.
In-Person Participants: Register by Friday, September 25th to receive a t-shirt and swag bag. Late registrants will not receive these items.
Let’s walk. Let’s run. Let’s raise our voices—and our feet—against domestic violence.
Why We Walk
Domestic violence occurs every minute of every day in our nation—approximately every 15 seconds, someone is affected. The Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes 5K Walk/Run Against Domestic Violence is more than a race—it's a powerful event where families and communities come together to raise awareness.
All proceeds from the walk benefit Sisters Empowerment Network, Inc.
Walk Day Details
- Start/Finish Line: The 5K Walk/Run begins at the St. Thomas Pavilion inside Clayton County International Park.
- Awards Ceremony: Celebrate with us during our awards ceremony.
- The Biggest Team Challenge: The team captain with the largest number of participants will win the 2026 Biggest Team Winner’s Trophy.
Showcase Your Amazing Walk/Run Photos: Use the hashtag #walkagainstdomesticviolence2026 and post to our Facebook page at Facebook Group Link
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