The V.I. Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Council (DVSAC) and the V.I. Cycling Federation (VICF) on Sunday hosted their fifth annual ‘Ride Out Against Sexual Assault’ in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Starting and ending at the DVSAC office in Sion Farm, the federation and supporters of the cause cycled throughout Peter’s Rest, Beeston Hill and the Christiansted Bypass for an estimated 8 miles, according to the release.
Participant registrations raised over $300 this year, contributing to more than $1,000 in donations to DVSAC and more than 150 participatory cycling hours in honor of sexual assault prevention since the inception of the collaboration, the release said.
Registrants receive a t-shirt annually, with this year’s teal shirt stating, ‘I Stand With You’, and features an island with a teal ribbon for sexual assault awareness month.
The organizations have already confirmed Thursday, April 2nd, 2020 as the date for the 6th annual Ride Against Sexual Assault, pending clearance from the V.I. Police Department which provides escort services for this awareness activity.
To participate in this annual event or to collaborate with DVSAC, email [email protected].
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