Running Towards
Diversity and Health
Empowering Young People of Color Through Distance Running to Improve Cardiovascular Health and Build Community
Our Mission
Our mission is to increase diversity in distance running while also improving cardiovascular health in young people of color. We believe that running can be a powerful tool for promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, and community bonding
Promote Diversity
Encourage participation in distance running among young people of color, who are underrepresented in this sport.
Promote Diversity
Encourage participation in distance running among young people of color, who are underrepresented in this sport.
Improve Health
Address the cardiovascular health disparities in minority communities by promoting regular physical activity through running.
Foster Community
Create a supportive and inclusive environment where young runners can connect, grow, and thrive together.
Foster Community
Create a supportive and inclusive environment where young runners can connect, grow, and thrive together.
Improve Health
Address the cardiovascular health disparities in minority communities by promoting regular physical activity through running.
Empower Youth
Inspire confidence, discipline, and resilience in young people through the physical and mental challenges of distance running.
Empower Youth
Inspire confidence, discipline, and resilience in young people through the physical and mental challenges of distance running.
About Us
My name is Zewdi, and I’ve been a Cross Country and track Varsity athlete for three years, serving as captain in my junior and senior years. My passion for running began during the pandemic, leading to a boost in my health, confidence, and the creation of a supportive running community.
I founded this initiative to share the joy of running, promote diversity in the sport, and improve the cardiovascular health of young people of color. Our goal is to inspire a new generation of runners who are empowered, healthy, and connected.
I founded this initiative to share the joy of running, promote diversity in the sport, and improve the cardiovascular health of young people of color. Our goal is to inspire a new generation of runners who are empowered, healthy, and connected.
About Us
My name is Zewdi, and I’ve been a Cross Country and track Varsity athlete for three years, serving as captain in my junior and senior years. My passion for running began during the pandemic, leading to a boost in my health, confidence, and the creation of a supportive running community.
I founded this initiative to share the joy of running, promote diversity in the sport, and improve the cardiovascular health of young people of color. Our goal is to inspire a new generation of runners who are empowered, healthy, and connected.
We are excited to host a fun run for elementary-aged kids (2k) this summer and fall. Prizes will be given to the top ten runners. This event aims to engage and excite kids to pursue distance running.