Men in high heeled shoes walk 1 mile to support Yellow Brick House
York Region, Ontario – September 12, 2018 – On Sunday, November 25th the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women – men and their families will walk one mile in high heeled shoes as part of the 2nd annual Walk a Mile In Her Shoes® event which raises awareness about domestic violence and works towards ending violence against women.
Registration is now open and this year the event is expanding to 4 locations across York Region encompassing 5 municipalities:
· Aurora – Newmarket: Upper Canada Mall
· Markham: CF Markville
· Richmond Hill: Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites
· Vaughan: Promenade Mall
Proceeds from the event directly support the women and children at Yellow Brick House escaping violence and abuse by providing the safety and support needed to rebuild and live healthy violence-free lives.
“By walking a mile in her shoes, you are showing all abused women and children that they are not alone in their journey,” said Lorris Herenda, Executive Director of Yellow Brick House. “That is what our great community does.”
For more information and to register please call 905.709.0900 or visit: yellowbrickhouse.akaraisin.com/WalkaMileInHerShoes
Join us on Sunday, November 25th and walk for the women in your life!