An international men’s march to stop rape, sexual assault, and gender violence will be returning to Brainerd this August.
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is an opportunity for men to step into women’s shoes to help raise awareness about the serious causes, effects, and remediations of sexualized violence against all genders. As many will realize, it’s not easy walking in some women’s shoes, let alone high heels. But the event gets the community talking about sexualized violence, something that can be difficult to talk about.
The main goal is to help men better understand and appreciate women’s experiences and change their perspectives, as well as to help improve gender relationships and decrease the potential for violence.
This event consists of individuals and teams of men willing and able to be courageous partners with women in making the world a safer place. Participants will raise donations and walk one mile in high heel shoes at a time.
Everyone is invited to the Brainerd Lakes Area’s 14th annual walk on August 27th from 10AM to 2PM at Mills Ford in Baxter. All proceeds from this event benefits Sexual Assault Services Inc. (SAS), located in Brainerd. SAS serves Crow Wing County and surrounding areas with the following:
- Crisis intervention
- Advocacy during medical and legal procedures
- Assistance in filing harassment and protection orders
- Information and referral to external services
- Support groups
- Professional training on the nature and scope of sexual violence, and community prevention education
If you cannot attend the walk, you may choose to become a sponsor by donating an item for their silent auction or by sending a financial donation made payable to:
- Sexual Assault Services
Attn: WAM
600 NW 5th Street Suite B.
Brainerd, MN 56401
You can register by visiting Sexual Assault Services’ website or by mailing a paper application to the above address. For additional information or to arrange a donation, please email .
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The annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event was held in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The international men’s march is designed to stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)
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Eleven men assigned to the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., spent their Saturday walking a mile in women’s shoes in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011, to help end sexual violence. Walk A Mile In Her Shoes is an international men’s march to stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Camilla Elizeu)
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Staff Sgts. Jason Hopple and Garrett Eckert and Tech. Sgt. Greg Styer prepare to put on their heels for the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes march in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The international march is held annually to prevent rape, sexual assault and gender violence. The three NCOs are assigned to the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va. (U.S Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kayla Newman)
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Eleven men from the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., spent their Saturday walking a mile in women’s shoes in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011, to help end sexual violence. Walk A Mile In Her Shoes is an international men’s march held during Sexual Assault Awareness Month to stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)
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Airmen from the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., spent their Saturday walking a mile in women’s shoes in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011, to help end sexual violence. Walk A Mile In Her Shoes is an international men’s march held during Sexual Assault Awareness Month to stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)
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Airmen assigned to the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., raise awareness to sexual violence by walking a mile in women’s shoes in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The annual march is a way for men to show their support in the fight to end sexual violence during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)
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1st Lt. David Pitts (right) and Senior Airman Isabel Ochoa run in high heels during the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The march is held annually during Sexual Assault Awareness Month as a way to bring awareness to the fight against sexual violence. Lieutenant Pitts and Airman Ochoa are assigned to the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)
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Eleven men from the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., spend their Saturday walking a mile in women’s shoes in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011, to help end sexual violence. Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is an annual international men’s march held during Sexual Assault Awareness Month to help stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence. (U.S Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kayla Newman)
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Members of the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., participate in the Walk A Mile In Her Shoes event in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The march is a way for men to show their support in the fight to end sexual violence and is held worldwide annually during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Camilla Elizeu)
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Eleven men from the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., spent their Saturday walking a mile in women’s shoes in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011, to help end sexual violence. Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is an annual international men’s march held during Sexual Assault Awareness Month to help stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)
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Eleven men assigned to the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., raise awareness to sexual violence by walking a mile in women’s shoes in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The annual march is a way for men to show their support in the fight to end sexual violence during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)
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Eleven men from the 633rd Communications Squadron spent their Saturday, April 2, 2011, walking a mile in women’s shoes in Hampton, Va., to help end sexual violence. Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is an annual international men’s march held during Sexual Assault Awareness Month to help stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence. (U.S Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kayla Newman)
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Members of the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., double-time during the Walk A Mile In Her Shoes event in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The march is a way for men to show their support in the fight to end sexual violence and is held worldwide annually during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Camilla Elizeu)
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Members of the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., run in formation while wearing women’s high heels during the annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The walk is an international event held annually during Sexual Assault Prevention Month as a way to raise awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)
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Members of the 633rd Communications Squadron at Langley Air Force Base, Va., gladly replace their high heels with their own shoes after participating in the annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event in Hampton, Va., April 2, 2011. The walk is an international event held annually during Sexual Assault Prevention Month as a way to raise awareness. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Christina M. Styer)