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28th Annual YWCA Race Against Racism and Diversity Day

Sat January 13, 2024 Directions RaceJoy Ready

Events

5K Open

9:00AM EST - 10:30AM EST
Open to ages 14 - 100.

1-Mile Walk

9:45AM EST - 10:00AM EST

Kids Fun Run

10:15AM EST - 10:30AM EST
Open to ages 17 and under.

Sleeping But Supporting

9:00AM EST - 10:30AM EST

Place

YWCA Knoxville Phyllis Wheatley Center
124 South Cruze Street
Knoxville, TN

Description

The YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Diversity Day is not just an event; it's a movement towards unity and understanding. This family-friendly occasion brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate diversity and promote dialogue on the importance of inclusivity. The Race Against Racism 5K, a highlight of the day, is a symbol of our collective commitment to eradicating racism and promoting a more inclusive society. Join us on January 13, 2024 at the YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center for our 28th Annual Diversity Day and Race Against Racism.

The event kicks off with our 5K beginning at 9 a.m., 1-mile walk, and Kids Fun Run will follow beginning around 10:00 a.m. Diversity Day activities, available free for the entire family beginning at 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. We look forward to welcoming you at the Phyllis Wheatley Center for a day of fun for all ages.

NEW FOR THE 2024 EVENT, THE ENTRY FEE INCLUDES A LONG SLEEVE 50/50 BLEND T-SHIRT

Registration for the 5K run,1-mile walk, and Kids Fun Run is now open. Online registration will close Saturday, January 13th at 8:15 am, but participants can still register day of at the Saturday event until 8:15 a.m. The Diversity Day and Race Against Racism will happen, rain, snow, or shine - so please, come out and join us!

Diversity Day and the Race Against Racism will happen, rain, snow, or shine - so please, come out and join us!

This is a day to celebrate our city's diversity! We look forward to welcoming you at this year’s event, as we celebrate diversity in partnership with local cultural and religious organizations, and once again join together as a community to stand against racism.  Arrive early to enjoy breakfast treats, entertainment, inspirational speeches, and more.  Stay tuned for more details about this exciting event!

Proceeds raised from the event support the YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley and ensure that the YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center in East Knoxville continues to offer essential programs that provide students the tools necessary to overcome obstacles and to succeed in school and beyond. 

***FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL INVOLVED--NO RACERS WITH STROLLERS OR DOGS ALLOWED***

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Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy

Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!

We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the 28th Annual YWCA Race Against Racism and Diversity Day.

Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!

Some key RaceJoy features include:

GPS Progress Alerts

  • Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.

Live GPS Tracking

  • Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.

Send-a-Cheer

  • Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.

Virtual Results (virtual events only)

  • Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
To use RaceJoy, you must carry your phone and activate tracking on the day you complete your race.
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YWCA Race Against Racism 5K Run

YWCA 2024 Diversity Day and Race Against Racism-5K Course

START! YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center 124 South Cruze

Head north on S Cruze St toward McCalla Ave

Cross McCalla Ave and head north to Linden Ave

Turn right onto Linden Ave and continue straight on Linden Ave until
you hit the intersection of Linden Ave and N Castle St

Turn around at intersection and head back (southwest) down Linden Ave

Turn left on N Cruze Street

FINISH! YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center 124 South Cruze

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Directions

YWCA Knoxville Phyllis Wheatley Center
124 South Cruze Street
Knoxville, TN

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