Walk A Mile in Her Shoes is a phenomenal trademark national event that promotes rape and sexual abuse prevention. “Walk A Mile in Her Shoes” gives a voice to numerous girls and women all over the world who have not been able to seek guidance or love after such tragic events.

This awareness brings a more light-hearted approach on the idea of rape and sexual violence by giving men the opportunity to frolic, often clumsily, over a mile long span in bright red high heels. These heels, along with signs reading “Rape hurts ALL of us” and “Put yourself in HER shoes,” allows hundreds, if not thousands of men (and women) around the country to give support to those who have been abused sexually.

UMass Lowell took part in Walk A Mile in Her Shoes this past week, showing the college campus that these travesties of rape and sexual violence do occur, but that with support and bravery, we can overcome them and help those who may not be able to help themselves.