A Secret Marathon 3km Walk/Run

We want to let you in on a secret. In 2015 for the first time ever, a marathon was held in Afghanistan, a marathon that both men and women were able to participate in but they had to keep it a secret. Why? There are still places in the world where women cannot run or walk outside in safety. However, a community in Afghanistan is courageously carving out a new way forward for the next generation. By creating safe races they are helping to create safe places. We want to help. Join us for The Secret Marathon 3K run/walk. Held on the week of International Women’s Day, this race celebrates our right to be free to run. We’re inviting men and women to come together in solidarity supporting the right all humans should have to walk or run free of fear in their community. In Vancouver, we are meeting at The Running Room at 6:30pm on Wednesday March 6th. To register for Vancouver or other cities, or to be a virtual participant, please visit: http://www.thesecretmarathon.com/3krace Based on the huge success last year, we are hosting the race once again this year through a partnership of The Running Room, Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan (CW4WAfghan) and The Secret Marathon documentary film. By participating you are helping us to share the story through film and by making a donation you are helping to further the work of Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan. Together we can empower women and girls through education and sport. Make a difference by signing up to participate in The Secret Marathon 3K and inviting a friend to join you today. To learn more about Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan (CW4WAfghan), and work supporting education for women and girls in Afghanistan, please visit http://www.cw4wafghan.ca