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Bridgeport Walk This Weekend To Raise Awareness For Domestic Violence, Breast Cancer

Rescue 417 Training Academy will host an awareness walk in Bridgeport Saturday.

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Rescue 417 Training Academy will host the Worthy of Our Wings Walk on Saturday, Oct. 17, to raise awareness about domestic violence and breast cancer.

The event, themed "Together, We Stand Strong," will bring community members together to support survivors, remember those who have died and promote awareness of both issues.

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The walk will take place at Bright Giggles Learning Center, 768 Fairfield Ave. in Bridgeport. Check-in begins at 9 a.m., followed by the walk at 10 a.m.

The event coincides with Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, both observed in October.

Organizers are encouraging Bridgeport residents, families and friends to participate in the walk to show support for those affected by domestic violence and breast cancer.

— Flyer from Rescue 417 Training Academy

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