Stride for Pride Virtual 5K Run
Saturday, 8 June 2024· 09:00· Scranton, PA, 18508, US
About this race
Join us Saturday, June 8th, 2024 at 9:00 AM for the 4th Annual Stride for Pride 5K Run in partnership with In This Together NEPA. We will be running at the beautiful Lackawanna River Heritage Trail on Olive Street in Scranton, PA.Can't make it on race day? We will also be hosting a Virtual 5K. Run any time on Friday or Saturday, and submit your results back to our timing friends at Scranton Running Company. Virtual race will be scored and results displayed by Monday, June 12th.
About:
Queer NEPA is a LGBTQ+ organization dedicated to culture, community, and justice. Queer NEPA blossomed out of the 2018 Pride Series, of the same name, organized by queer, transgender Muslim activist Emma Maloney (She/They Pronouns). A highlight of our 2018 Pride Series was the first Pride flag raising in the city of Scranton. On Pulse Remembrance Day, June 12th, 2018, Queer NEPA officially declared its founding as an organization dedicated to nonviolent advocacy and advancing the cause of LGBTQ+ rights in Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA).
Queer NEPA’s platform is rooted in equality and community building. From Pulse to Stonewall, the queer community has a history rooted in resilience and bonded by love. Understanding the past helps us navigate present-day, as well as create a better tomorrow. Queer NEPA is dedicated to a campaign of nonviolent activism for peace and LGBTQ rights in both Luzerne and Lackawanna counties of NEPA. We also believe in gender equity, reproductive justice, and the abolition of poverty. Through volunteerism, advocacy, & coalition building, it’s our hope to see a society free of the systems of hate, violence, & oppression that have afflicted NEPA & the rest of the world. We also look to evoke change through the power of the arts by speaking truth to power & uplifting local LGBTQ creatives.
Overall, Queer NEPA seeks to create a space where people can be unapologetically themselves, as well as raise up a diverse community that uplifts marginalized peoples.
What to expect
Written from race dataThe Stride for Pride Virtual 5K Run is scheduled for June 8, 2024, and while the event is virtual, its designated location is Scranton, PA, 18508, US. This race is part of a broader event series, indicated by "Event Type: 6," suggesting it's a recurring or integrated part of a larger initiative. Participants are expected to complete their 5K distance anytime between the start and end dates of the event, submitting their results digitally. As a virtual event, participants can choose their own scenic route, but those in or near Scranton might consider running in the 18508 zip code to embrace the spirit of the designated location. Given its virtual nature, the terrain and conditions are entirely up to the participant, offering flexibility for runners of all abilities and preferences. Whether you prefer the treadmill, local park trails, or city streets, the Stride for Pride 5K accommodates all. The key feature of this event is its accessibility and the opportunity to participate remotely while still being connected to a community. The "Stride for Pride" name strongly suggests a connection to LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations, likely making this a run that supports or raises awareness for LGBTQ+ causes. Participants should expect a focus on community, inclusivity, and personal achievement, all while contributing to a meaningful cause.
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Sat, 8 Jun 2024Partially cloudy
17.5°C
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