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As part of Domestic Violence Month, the Louisville Section of the
National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) will
host the Third Annual Stop
the Violence 5K Run/Walk on Sunday,
October 29, 2006. The
race will start at 2:00 p.m. at
Slugger Field. The competitive part of
the race is a female only event but everyone, but male and female, are
encouraged to participate in the walk or to volunteer.
From families and individuals to seasoned runners and occasional walkers,
all are welcome to particpate in this event to raise awareness about: Spouse Abuse - Child Abuse - Elder Abuse - and Dating Violence.
Statistics show domestic violence is on the rise and involves not only spousal and
partner abuse but child and elder abuse, as well. This event will benefit NCJW and
the following agencies that deal with these issues every day: For more information concerning this event, contact the NCJW Louisville office at (502) 458-5566 or email office@ncjwlou.org.
To register for the race on-line go to
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