Nelson Community Services is inviting community members to take part in a national fundraising event that aims to support women and children fleeing domestic violence right here in our area.
The Ride for Refuge takes place on Saturday, Oct 4, throughout the country, with the local event supporting the Aimee Beaulieu Transition House (ABTH). The gathering invites people to bike or walk along the rail trail system to raise money to provide emergency safe shelter and support for self-identifying women and children leaving domestic violence and abuse.
The Aimee Beaulieu Transition House has just marked over 3 decades serving the community and providing a safe haven for those folks in need. Unfortunately, the need is very real, the statistic are grim. 44 per cent of women aged 15 and older have experienced some form of abuse and in this country a woman is killed every 6 days by an intimate partner. Leaving an abusive relationship may be one of the most difficult decisions to make- the cycle of abuse is complex.
Transition House staff are skilled in helping women navigate the first steps on the journey to a life free from violence and fear.
Event day promises to be a light of hope among all these dark statistics. On Saturday, Oct 4, the bike and walk will leave from the Svoboda Rd. Parking lot. Bikers in one direction and walkers will head in the opposite direction.
This is a family-friendly event and Nelson Community Services is excited to have the community show up and support this very important service in our community. Folks can head to www.rideforrefuge.org and start a team, then reach out to their friends and family to gather pledges to support their fundraising. Each participant who raises $150 will receive this year’s Ride t-shirt ($75 for youth).
“Come out and enjoy the fun. There are still lots of volunteer positions available to help make this a successful event.” said Stephanie Myers.
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