Run for women, peace and security.
In Addis Ababa, join the African Union for a 5 km run, marking UN Security Council Resolution 1325 during the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. It isn’t a race. Every step counts.
This event commemorates UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security, which recognises the role of women in preventing conflict and building peace. It takes place during the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, from 25 November to 10 December.
16 Days of Activism“Stride for Gender Justice, Sprint for Sustainable Peace.” Every step is a show of solidarity with women peacebuilders and with everyone working to end gender-based violence.
Everyone. AU staff, Member State delegations, partners, UN and NGO teams, students, community groups and individuals all use the same form. You can run, jog or walk at your own pace. Participants below 18 are registered by a parent or guardian.
An event T-shirt and, once your registration is approved, a bib number and a QR code to collect your kit.
Fees depend on your participant category. If there is a fee for your category, you’ll see it before you send your registration.
Hosted by the Special Envoy of the African Union Commission Chairperson on Women, Peace and Security.
The route, start, finish and programme will be published here once they are confirmed.
Kit collection dates and place will be announced here and in your confirmation.