Blog: Dispatches from Bukavu and Beyond

PHOTO BLOG: Rochester Rises To Support The Women Of City Of Joy In The Democratic Republic Of Congo

Activists in Rochester, NY hosted the annual 5K run/walk raises money for survivors of sexual warfare on 6 June, 2015. Families and friends united in the fight against sexual and physical abuse of girls and women. Now in its third year, the annual event raises money for City of Joy, a revolutionary and transformational center for survivors of gender violence in Bukavu, Congo. Check out photos from the event.

Deb Mukwege

Deb Mukwege

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A family from Goma

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The starting line

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Planned Parenthood lends its support

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Volunteers: Marianna Iglesias and Gracia Kwete

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Eye Q, a local eyeglass store, closed so all its employees could attend

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Photos provided by Lois McGuire