Step Towards Change 5K

Every young person deserves to feel safe, supported, and free to be themselves. Join M.E.A.N. Girls Empowerment for the Step Toward Change 5K, a violence and bullying prevention walk/run that brings our community together around that belief.

 

This is a chance for families, friends, schools, and community partners to show up for young people and take a visible stand against violence and bullying. You can walk or run at your own pace. What matters most is that we take these steps together.

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Saturday, October 17, 2026
Registration: 9:00 AM
Walk/run begins: 10:00 AM
Location: Jackson Park, 6401 S. Stony Island Ave., Chicago, IL 60637

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Invite someone to join you, and register today. We’ll see you at the starting line!