Donne in Corsa

Running together against gender-based violence

Donne in Corsa is much more than just a race: it has become an autumn tradition in San Salvo, a town on the Trabocchi Coast in the province of Chieti, Abruzzo. Launched in 2023 by the Atletica Velo Club San Salvo, the event puts sport at the service of a social cause, bringing women, men, families, and athletes of all ages to the streets to say no to gender-based violence.

A three-day event

The program of Donne in Corsa extends beyond the Sunday race, spanning an entire weekend that alternates between play, culture, and competition. The three days are designed to engage all generations:

• Donne in Corsa Kids: a day dedicated to children, to convey the values of respect and equality through play and sport.
• Conference on gender equality: a moment of in-depth discussion with guests from the world of sport and institutions, dedicated to rights and positive actions to overcome inequalities.
• The run and walk: the heart of the event, starting from Piazza Papa Giovanni XXIII, open to both competitive runners and those who want to walk in solidarity.

Sport and solidarity

The hallmark of Donne in Corsa is its charitable nature: the entire proceeds from registrations are donated to the "Frida" Anti-Violence Center, managed by the Dafne ETS association, which supports victims of violence in the Vasto area. The race thus becomes a concrete gesture of support, capable of transforming athletic participation into real help.

A community network

The event is made possible by a dense network of associations, schools, and local entities: from the schools of San Salvo and Vasto to the Lions Club, from the Pro Loco to AVIS, and from volunteer groups to sports associations. A web of collaborations that makes Donne in Corsa not just a sporting event, but a true celebration of community and civic commitment in the heart of the Adriatic Abruzzo.