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Take a journey through local Black history by downloading this free, family-friendly app.
Strides for Social Justice – a PeaceHealth initiative developed in partnership with the Eugene Marathon – is designed to be a free, inclusive, family-friendly program that will engage and educate participants on the contributions, achievements and milestones of Black residents of Lane County, and also highlight the injustices many have faced. Together we can stop the cycle of racism, building a more inclusive culture in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. It is only through awareness, understanding and action that we can truly be part of the solution. And, only by looking back can we move forward.
To engage and educate participants on the landmarks demonstrating the history, contributions, achievements and milestones of Black residents while also promoting health and wellness.
To influence and effect change that enhances community health and contributes to a socially just and unified Eugene/Springfield.
App-based and available on both iOS and Android app stores, Strides for Social Justice guides participants on routes to various landmarks, creating a journey that provides a view into local Black history and the powerful influence of Black residents in our community.
This free app also aims to encourage physical activity for people of all abilities and fitness levels, while generating financial resources in support of the NAACP and other organizations focused on social justice initiatives.
Pick a route.
Choose from several routes to learn about local Black history.
Explore and learn.
Navigate your selected route by walking, running, biking or rolling from landmark to landmark.
Strides for Social Justice is available on both the iOS and Android App stores.
Are you interested in taking additional steps to promote social justice within our community? Here are a few options for you to consider:
Strides for Social Justice would not have been possible without the 16-member Steering Committee comprised of community members with varied backgrounds. The members advised PeaceHealth and Eugene Marathon and were influential in developing this program.
Thank yous also go to the following organizations, which also helped shape this program:
The Bottom Line (Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce newsletter)
KEZI
KVAL/KMTR
KLCC public radio
City Club of Eugene via KLCC
KKNU
Lane County Medical Society (Medical Matters Magazine)
Catholic Health World
Media
Contact Marcy Marshall, Senior Director, Marketing & Communications, PeaceHealth Oregon
mmarshall@peacehealth.org
Organizations or individuals looking to get involved
Contact Marcy Marshall, Senior Director, Marketing & Communications, PeaceHealth Oregon
mmarshall@peacehealth.org
Technical issues or concerns with the app
Contact Ian Dobson, Race Director, Eugene Marathon
ian@eugenemarathon.com
General questions or concerns
Contact PeaceHealth Public Affairs
publicaffairsPHOR@peacehealth.org