Big AWCH Turnout at Charity Run
Good friends , good fun , good cause at annual Laufend Gegen Gewalt
There were about 30 people ( and one dog !) who participated as part of the AWCH team . ( Photo by Frank Schaefer )
The Laufend Gegen Gewalt charity run is sponsored each year by the Hamburg Autonomous Women ’ s Shelters . This August ’ s event was a big success , as the venue returned to its pre-pandemic format with a run around the Alster .
AWCH stands behind initiatives to end violence against women and children and has supported this fundraiser since 2019 .
It was a perfect Sunday morning for all of us to run , walk , or ride a bike for a good cause . Over 30 people represented AWCH in the event , helping to raise money and bring awareness to Hamburg ’ s domestic violence shelters .
The Hamburg Autonomous Women ’ s Shelters runs safehouses for women and their children who are escaping violence at home . Hamburg has six safehouses hidden throughout the city .
Last year , 486 women and 494 children found protection in a shelter in Hamburg . The shelters offer individual advice , support , and perspective development for a new life in a safe environment .
I am sure that many of us are looking forward to participating next year . Thank you all for your continuous support ! ( Shelly S .)
Venita enjoying the beautiful September day . ( Photo by Shelly S .)
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