Legs Against Arms V and Celebration of Youth

Posted by on April 04, 2011

Legs Against Arms V
Sunday April 10, 2011 8-1pm
Saint Joseph’s University

To register or for more information please visit: http://www.legsagainstarms.org

In its 5th year, Legs Against Arms attracts runners, walkers, wheelchair rollers, children and adults who are committed to changing the social norm that celebrates violence by focusing on violence prevention, honoring loved ones lost to gun violence and modeling healthy life choices. The City of Philadelphia has incorporated this important event as one of the city sponsored events to stem the epidemic of violence in Philadelphia.

The Celebration of Youth immediately follows the race and engages over 40 partnering groups to shine the spotlight on the accomplishments of talented youth, and provide interactive educational opportunities for young and old alike to learn about making healthy choices around handguns, at risk behavior, nutrition and fitness. Children exhibit their athletic, musical, artistic and performance skills.  Winners of the poster contest presented and displayed their work. The award winning poster design is printed on the race T-shirt.  It is clear that when children feel safe, respected and acknowledged, they are oh so willing to become engaged.