Yes, it's time to start thinking about getting our community businesses and organizations on board for the 2008 Walk a Mile event. Sponsorship packets are ready to go...so if you or anyone you know is interested in sponsoring this wonderful event- please contact us!
Sign on as a "Platinum Pump" Presenting sponsor or go for the "Silver Stiletto" level...there is a sponsorship package affordable for everyone!
Give to a great cause...Don't miss out on participating in the most unique event in Springfield.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Sexual Violence is NOT just a Women's Issue
Every 90 seconds a woman is raped in America. One in three women has experienced sexual violence in her life time.
Sexual violence does not just affect women. It affects the men who care about them, their families, their friends, their co-workers, and their communities.
That means someone you know, someone you care about, has been or may become the victim of sexual violence.
That means someone you know, someone you care about, has been or may become the victim of sexual violence.
It may be….. your friend, your coworker, your mother, your girlfriend, your wife, or your daughter.
Sunday, December 2, 2007
What About The High Heels?
We realize that just by participating in this event you're already making a committment to helping our cause and speaking out against sexual violence. You might think that it is silly to ask men to wear high heels and you might wonder why we're asking men to wear them.
We're asking men to wear (preferably red) high heels for this march for a couple of reasons--High heels are just one of the countless uncomfortable items that the media and pop culture tells women that they should wear. Some women like them, some don't, but most women have probably worn them and suffered through the experience. This is a chance for men to put on those same shoes and think critically about the ways that we raise men and women differently.
Equally important to making an impact on you, the participant, is that we be seen and noticed during the march! We want to make an impression on the community and encourage them to think critically about sexual violence and gender issues even more than we want you to!
We want everyone to know about Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault’s free services, which include a 24-hour crisis hotline for victims and survivors of sexual assault and their family and friends, individual counseling, legal and medical advocacy, and a comprehensive sexual assault prevention education program for pre-school through college aged students.
Wearing the high heels is of course optional, however, we highly recommend you wear them at the march! You are encouraged to bring your own- however, there will be an assortment to choose from at the event (make sure you reserve them ahead of time).
If you are interested in purchasing your own- here are some tips: To size the shoes, note that women's sizes are two smaller than mens sizes; so, if you're you're a men's 13, buy a women's 15.
We have been asked where one buys large high heeled shoes; besides your local shoe store (and it's difficult to find the larger sizes at shoe stores), you can go online and order from www.snaz75.com, which carries a wide selection. We will post other resources later.
We're asking men to wear (preferably red) high heels for this march for a couple of reasons--High heels are just one of the countless uncomfortable items that the media and pop culture tells women that they should wear. Some women like them, some don't, but most women have probably worn them and suffered through the experience. This is a chance for men to put on those same shoes and think critically about the ways that we raise men and women differently.
Equally important to making an impact on you, the participant, is that we be seen and noticed during the march! We want to make an impression on the community and encourage them to think critically about sexual violence and gender issues even more than we want you to!
We want everyone to know about Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault’s free services, which include a 24-hour crisis hotline for victims and survivors of sexual assault and their family and friends, individual counseling, legal and medical advocacy, and a comprehensive sexual assault prevention education program for pre-school through college aged students.
Wearing the high heels is of course optional, however, we highly recommend you wear them at the march! You are encouraged to bring your own- however, there will be an assortment to choose from at the event (make sure you reserve them ahead of time).
If you are interested in purchasing your own- here are some tips: To size the shoes, note that women's sizes are two smaller than mens sizes; so, if you're you're a men's 13, buy a women's 15.
We have been asked where one buys large high heeled shoes; besides your local shoe store (and it's difficult to find the larger sizes at shoe stores), you can go online and order from www.snaz75.com, which carries a wide selection. We will post other resources later.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Shoe donations needed!
We are currently collecting larger sized women's shoes for the event...if you have new or gently worn shoes you would want to donate in sizes 11-17...please leave a comment and we will get in touch with you.
2008 WAM Date Announced!
Hello everybody!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 19, 2008 for the 2nd Annual Springfield, IL Walk A Mile in Her Shoes. The 2007 event was a huge success and we are already planning the 2008 walk. We hope to see you there!
And thanks to you- the 2007 Walk a Mile In Her Shoes on April 21, 2007 raised nearly $9,000! These funds will directly support the healing of survivors of sexual violence, and the education and prevention activities of Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault.
We hope to see you at the WAM event in 2008- in heels or flats, stilettos or slippers, showing your support in ending sexual violence.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 19, 2008 for the 2nd Annual Springfield, IL Walk A Mile in Her Shoes. The 2007 event was a huge success and we are already planning the 2008 walk. We hope to see you there!
And thanks to you- the 2007 Walk a Mile In Her Shoes on April 21, 2007 raised nearly $9,000! These funds will directly support the healing of survivors of sexual violence, and the education and prevention activities of Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault.
We hope to see you at the WAM event in 2008- in heels or flats, stilettos or slippers, showing your support in ending sexual violence.
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