Is this event open to all genders?

Yes! We encourage everyone to join, especially our male allies.

Is there on-site parking?

There is no on-site parking, however there is street parking in the surrounding areas. Please note you may require the PayStay app. The nearby main roads are Johnston Street and Smith Street, which can be fairly busy at night, so please allow enough time to find parking if you choose to drive.

Tuesday, 20 May

Illuminating Darkness: Shining a Light on Women's Safety in Running

Name: Illuminating Darkness: Shining a Light on Women's Safety in Running
Start: 2025-05-20T18:00:00+10:00
End: 2025-05-20T20:00:00+10:00
Location: Collingwood Yards

Join the Melbourne Design Week Run Crew (#MDWRC) to shine a light on women's safety whilst running together in our community.

By Katie Kelso

Date and time

Tue, 20 May 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM AEST

Location

Collingwood Yards

35 Johnston Street Collingwood, VIC 3066 Australia

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

6:00 PM - 4:20 PM (+1 day)

Meet at Collingwood Yards' Courtyard Steps

Katie Kelso

Knog

V1 Studios

Join us at the steps outside Runner Up to collect a sample Knog Bilby headlamp, which will illuminate our journey through the Autumn darkness. Prior to the run, Katie will host a brief discussion wit...

6:30 PM - 7:15 PM

Illuminate the Darkness

https://www.strava.com/routes/3337256034785261782

We then hit the streets as a united group, ensuring nobody is left behind at any point. We'll weave our way to Dights Falls and link onto the Capital City Trail at Merri Creek; past the Children's Fa...

7:15 PM - 12:00 AM (+1 day)

Return to Collingwood Yards

The run ends right where we started in the courtyard. Return the headlamps to Knog, or elect to purchase yours with all profits going to HER Move. V1 Studios HER Move merch will also be available to ...

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours

MDWRC: Illuminating Women’s Safety

In partnership with Knog and V1 Studios, Melbourne Design Week is teaming up with New Balance Ambassador, Katie Kelso, for an evening run with a purpose. Join us for a brief Q&A with Katherine Newton and Tom Robinson of V1 Studios, whose HER Move campaign raises funds to empower elite female athletes with their associated challenges and expenses. We will also discuss issues all women encounter in their fitness journeys – including the act of simply leaving the safety of home.

100% of the profit generated via ticket sales will be donated to HER Move.

The night will be illuminated with a selection of headlamps by Knog, which will be distributed to all attendees prior to the 5km run throughout Collingwood and Abbotsford.
At the conclusion of the run, participants can opt to purchase their headlamps, with all profits also being donated to HER Move.

Whilst the event aims to be as inclusive as possible, we recommend being comfortable running between 5:30-6:30 min/kms, with planned stops throughout the run. There will be people leading from the front and back of the group to ensure everyone is accounted for at all times.

You can view the route here.
All genders and allies welcome.

Looking forward to reclaiming the streets with you!

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