Sunday is Run for Water day, the largest solution based global initiative in history aimed at solving the water crisis. In nearly 100 cities across 50 countries around the world people are raising awareness and funds to help solve the global water crisis. Live Earth is hosting their very own a six kilometer run for water as well, in Exposition Park, and if you are not going to be at Coachella you should be there.
Everyday women and children walk an average of six Kilometers (3.5miles) to get water. The funds raised from this event will benefit Global Water Challenge, a coalition of non-profit organisations that works to bring safe drinking water to millions of people. Including communities in Hati, Central America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Southeast Asia. All you have to do is show up and lend your support. They are even providing music for you to enjoy during and after the walk.
The concert featuring award-winning singers and songwriters starts at 9:00am and Melissa Etheridge will take the stage at 11:00am. World renowned athletes Kara Goucher, nine-time Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis, and professional athlete and fashion model Jenny Fletcher will be participating in the event as well. Registration for walking is closed but you can still donate online.
Live Earth will be posting content from all the events taking place throughout the day on their site, LiveEarth.org. They are encouraging others to contribute their own photos and videos here:
Help spread the word about this event by using the hashtag #RunForWater. Download the free Live Earth android/iPhone app from Mobile Roadie here. Check out tweets about the event by following @LiveEarth.
Details
Date: Sunday, April 18, 2010
Time: Walks starts at 8:00am Concert at 9:00am
Location:
Exposition Park
3825 South Figueroa
Los Angeles, Ca
Tickets: Donate here
The Los Angeles Dow Live Earth Run for Water event will be held in Exposition Park, near downtown Los Angeles, with the 6km course starting on Exposition Park Drive, turning onto Figueroa and traveling three kilometers toward downtown, turning around at 17th Street for the return three kilometers, and ending in the Water Village in Expo Park.
