Why are we walking?  

1. Sopheap's home country of Cambodia remains to this day a major source of human trafficking, and the impact of this horrific practice on Cambodian girls and women is a reality that cannot be ignored.  

2. As parents of two young girls, we want to make this world a safer place for them, and as parents of two young boys, we want to teach them early about the importance of men taking an active role to stand with women and against violence towards them.

3. The event itself is an inspiring moment to witness as the community comes together in this way for a good cause.

Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts.

Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!

Last year more than 900 Berkshire County residents of all ages and backgrounds took to the street and walked a mile united against rape, sexual assault, and gender violence. Together we raised over $90,000 to support Elizabeth Freeman Center's life-saving services. Thank you!

This year we take the walk virtual! And we need your help to make this year's Walk a Mile as memorable and successful as ever. Here's how you can participate:

• Spread the word that EFC is here, open, and ready to help;
• Take photos and videos at various Walk a Virtual Mile displays and share on social media with #wereherewewalk to join Elizabeth Freeman Center in spreading awareness about sexual and domestic violence in Berkshire County;
• Walk a Virtual Mile with us between Tuesday, September 8th, and Friday, September 18th (Click here for schedule of socially distanced planned walks and suggested routes);
• Register and help us raise funds with your family, friends, and coworkers;
• Donate so that we can raise the funds that we desperately need to continue to fight gender based violence. 

Stay tuned for more details!  Visit our Facebook and Instagram pages for updates, acknowledgements, and to follow the hashtag #wereherewewalk  

Thank you for joining us to Rise Together for Safety and Justice.

Violence is a community problem and together we are part of a community movement to end domestic, sexual, and dating violence.

Please join us as we walk. Because of COVID, we will still have smaller walks. We currently have walks scheduled in Williamstown, North Adams, Pittsfield, Great Barrington, Lee and Lenox. See the full schedule and routes HERE.

When COVID hit, we never closed our doors, and Elizabeth Freeman Center continues to provide needed services to survivors and others in the community. No one deserves to be abused, raped, or assaulted. 

Every hour of every day, Elizabeth Freeman Center provides lifesaving, life-renewing help to survivors of domestic and sexual violence and their families. 

Each year we reach over 3,000 people from almost every city, town, and hamlet in Berkshire County and  we know that we are only scratching the surface. During COVID-19, calls to our hotline increased over 40%. We are seeing situations more dangerous and difficult than ever before. 

Elizabeth Freeman Center has offices in Pittsfield, North Adams, and Great Barrington, and staff at Probate and Family Court, Northern Berkshire District Court, Southern Berkshire District Court, Central Berkshire District Court, and the Adams and Pittsfield police departments. Our staff can meet people in safe locations almost anywhere in Berkshire County. We can provide transportation to help you reach us.

Call us for help – we are here for you. If you know someone who needs help, we can give you information.
Whoever we are, however we look, wherever we go – we all deserve safety and justice.

#RiseTogether #WhyWeRise

• The NhimVitskys donated $100.00 September 19, 2020
• Nana Nancy donated $100.00 September 16, 2020
• Jesse Cook-Dubin donated $100.00 September 10, 2020
• Bob and Cindy Taylor donated $100.00 August 27, 2020 ... "Thank you for your service to this most important board."
• DD donated $69.00 September 13, 2020 ... "Colin is wearing the shoes, right? "
• Anne Rekeda donated $50.00 September 20, 2020
• Cathy donated $50.00 September 19, 2020
• Libby Herland donated $50.00 September 14, 2020 ... "Thanks for all you do to help protect women and children!"
• Jan Kaufman donated $36.00 September 17, 2020
• Julia donated $36.00 August 27, 2020 ... "Go team Nhimvitsky!!!"
• Sophal Nhim donated $30.00 September 16, 2020
• Debbie Pellish donated $25.00 September 16, 2020
• Shela Hidalgo donated $25.00 September 4, 2020
• Sue Mooney donated $25.00 September 2, 2020
• Sharon Coe donated $25.00 September 2, 2020
• Kathie donated $25.00 August 31, 2020 ... "A meaningful way for your children to participate while you advocate - go team! "
• Becky donated $25.00 August 28, 2020
• Cathy donated $25.00 August 28, 2020
• Heather Holloway donated $20.00 September 11, 2020
• Jenny Swoap donated $20.00 September 11, 2020
• anonymous donated $20.00 September 2, 2020
• Sitha Nhim donated $20.00 September 2, 2020 ... "Love you!"
• Ray donated $20.00 August 31, 2020
• anonymous donated $10.00 September 11, 2020 ... "🧡"
• Vorce donated $10.00 September 2, 2020
• Louise Colbourne donated $10.00 September 2, 2020
• Jen Toomey donated $5.00 September 12, 2020
• Patty Wallace donated $5.00 September 11, 2020 ... "Thanks for doing this! "
• anonymous donated $5.00 September 2, 2020 ... "All our best 🌹"