From the 5k.

$144.25 has been donated to the Campaign to End Fistula.

$14.50 will be used for advertising the We Are Women book.

Thank you to all those who participated in the 5k,
and to those who could not attend but donated anyway.

Lake Poway End Fistula 5k

All photos by G.T. Barnes

We had a sweet, intimate crowd of runners/hikers who gave it their all despite the blazing sun this morning. Everyone cheered everyone on, everyone finished happily and safely, and everyone learned a little bit more about obstetric fistula. Thank you to all who took the time to come. Also, a big thanks to Erin Osmak for helping to organize the event and encouraging me to proceed even when organizing this was a bit daunting!

Tonight I am feeling a deep amount of grateful to my dear parents (see the last two pictures) who hiked in the back with extra supplies-- just in case! They also provided water, snacks, and so much support to the event and cause. I love them so much!

Check back to the blog next week!
A book release date has been set, and pre-order information will be available!

Poway End Fistula 5k Run/Walk

The date has been set!


When: Saturday, August 21, 7:30am
Where: Lake Poway (about 30 minutes north of downtown San Diego)
Why: To benefit the Campaign to End Fistula & the We Are Women Project.

Registration is only $10 for adults, $5 for youth under 13 years of age.
90% of the proceeds will go to the Campaign to End Fistula,
and 10% of proceeds will go to the We Are Women Project.

Please spread the word about this event, and come if you can!
Runners, walkers, and families are welcome!

Register on active.com
and search for the event page on facebook
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