RUN WITH THE NATIONS is an annual charity 5K run/walk hosted by African Leadership and World Relief in celebration of World Refugee Day. Each year, millions of refugees flee from oppression and persecution due to political turmoil, war, prejudice, and ethnic cleansing. They make long, dangerous journeys with no promise of safety or survival. Right now, there are tens of thousands of current and former refugees who have started their lives over right here in Middle Tennessee! With hard work and the support of the community, refugees overcome cultural and language barriers as they become self-sufficient. All proceeds of this event will directly support the self-sufficiency programs and relational ministries of African Leadership and World Relief who work to economically, socially, and spiritually transform the lives of refugees. On June 16th, you can literally run with the nations as refugees from around the world come out to meet their community and honor their brothers and sisters en route to freedom.

RUN WITH THE NATIONS 5K run/walk will take place on Saturday, June 16, 2012 at Shelby Bottoms Greenway in East Nashville. The 5K race is designed for runners, walkers, teams of runners/walkers and families. It is a fun event for all ages! Race registration will open at 7AM and opening ceremonies will begin at 7:40. Runners/walkers will commence at 8:00 AM. All participants should arrive early to pick up runnerʼs bags and t-shirts.

$25/person for online registration | $30/person at the event
$20 to Sponsor a Refugee!

T-shirts will be sold on race day for $15 to benefit World Relief and African Leadership.

If you are interested in becoming a vendor at this event, you may download this form and email it to aimee@africanleadershipinc.org.

RUN WITH THE NATIONS will be held at Shelby Bottoms Greenway Park in East Nashville. To get to the main entrance of Shelby Bottoms, take Interstate I-24/65 to Shelby Avenue, exit #49. Go east on Shelby Avenue (away from the city) to 5th Street. Take a right on 5th Street to Davidson Street. Take a left on Davidson Street and continue to Shelby Park. Follow the park road along the river to the train trestle. The Shelby Bottom entrance is located under the train trestle.