MILFORD — The Rape Crisis Center of Milford will hold its 3rd annual "Walk A Mile In Her Shoes: The Men’s march to stop Rape, Sexual Assault & Gender violence" event beginning at 1:00 p.m. on April 26.
Participants will stroll one mile from Lisman Landing, around the Green and back to Lisman Landing while wearing a pair of woman’s shoes. Walkers are asked to use their imagination in choosing footwear.
This lighthearted event is held each year to encourage men to put themselves in the shoes of a woman who has been sexually assaulted or harassed, however, registration is not limited to men, organizers said. Everyone is welcome to walk.
This year’s Walk is sponsored by 99.1 PLR, Channel 8 News, Stonebridge Restaurant and The Milford Bank. There is no registration fee, but each walker is encouraged to collect sponsorship donations. All registered walkers who collect at least $20 in donations will receive a free T-shirt to commemorate the event.
Founded in 1974, the Rape Crisis Center of Milford is a not-for-profit social service agency working to end sexual violence through victim assistance, prevention, education and public policy advocacy. The center provides services to the towns of Ansonia, Derby, Milford, Orange, Seymour, Shelton, and West Haven. All services are provided free of charge.