CommUNITY

in Motion Virtual 5k

Walk, Run, Roll… and Bring Your Pet

On April 24, 2026, join us for the CommUNITY in Motion Virtual 5K, sponsored by the National Organization for Victim Advocacy and by Purina, as part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week .

This is not just a 5K, it is a celebration in motion for survivors and the pets who are part of their safety and healing. Walk, run, roll, bike, dance, or bring your dog along for the journey. However you move, you belong here. Every mile is a bright, visible reminder that we show up for survivors, for accessibility, and for the animals who are often a lifeline in times of crisis. Together, we strengthen communities and expand pathways to safety.

We would love to see how you participate. Take a photo or short video, use the template to show off your team or individual photo, and share it on Instagram using #CommUNITYinMotion so we can celebrate with you. If your pet joins you, we especially want to see them in action.

You can join on your own or sign up with a team. Bring your coworkers, family, or friends.

Everyone is welcome.

Why Pets Matter

For many survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and other crimes, pets are a lifeline.

Yet too often, survivors face an impossible choice:

Leave without their pet or stay in danger.

Research shows that concern for pets can delay or prevent survivors from seeking safety.

This year’s 5K shines a light on the need for pet-inclusive safe havens, in partnership with RedRover’s Purple Leash Project and with national support from Purina. Alongside RedRover and our partners across the country, we are committed to ensuring survivors never have to choose between their own safety and the animals they love.