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Women of Freedom Foundation (WWF) 5th Annual Walk/Run to Kick off National Domestic Violence Awareness Month at Hains Point-East Potomac Park Saturday September 29, 2007

In the National Capital Region, in Washington, DC, there is a shortage of beds for victims of Domestic Violence. Right here in Washington, CD there are only 48 shelter beds to support on average 175 women a week seeking refuge from domestic abuse. In the United States, a woman is abused or battered by her husband, boyfriend, or live-in partner every 15 seconds. By the time you read this article, ten women -- too many will have been abused. Join Women of Freedom Foundation on Saturday 29 September 2007 at Hains Point-East Potomac Park as we walk/run against Domestic Violence.

Washington, DC August 7, 2007 -- In the National Capital Region, in Washington, DC, there is a shortage of beds for victims of Domestic Violence. Right here in Washington, CD there are only 48 shelter beds to support on average 175 women a week seeking refuge from domestic abuse. In the United States, a woman is abused or battered by her husband, boyfriend, or live-in partner every 15 seconds. By the time you read this article, ten women too many will have been abused.

On Saturday, September 29th, 2007 at 8:00AM, you have an opportunity to take a stand against domestic abuse. The Women of Freedom Foundation, is hosting a 5K Run/Walk for Freedom at Hains Point-East Potomac Park 1100 Ohio Drive SW, Washington DC at the "Awakening." Ms. Murphy, Founder of the Women of Freedom Foundation is determined to help women. Her goal is to raise $100,000 to open the physical doors to Freedom House. The proceeds from this event will support Freedom House, a residential facility for women in transition due to domestic violence.The Women of Freedom Foundation is a 501 c 3 nonprofit organization that provides refuge, healing and support for women in transition. Freedom House treats women with dignity.

Women of Freedom Foundation (WFF) is a grass roots faith-based, 501 c (3) nonprofit organization providing support groups, seminars, workshops, and counseling on issues that are significant to the needs and well being of women. WFF facilitates monthly meetings to discuss and address issues such as domestic violence, divorce, depressing, addiction stress in the workplace and family relationships. WFF was established to provide women in transition with a place of refuge where they can heal support one another and openly discuss personal challenges that are inhibiting them from living a safe and fulfilling life.

Women of Freedom Foundation was founded in August of 2000 by Rayshel Murhpy, who is a survivor of domestic abuse and for the past 6 years has committed her life, time, experiences and resources to helping other victims. She includes women with addictions, homeless population, victims of elder abuse and children living in homes of domestic abuse. Two years ago Murphy officially launched the opening of Freedom House.

To join us at the 5K Run/Walk please go to active.com before September 27 2007 1159PM to register.

Prizes will be given for the 1st place female and male. Prizes will also be giving for those who raise and/or donate the most. Registration is only $25.00. You may register online at: www.womenoffreedomfoundation.org or contact Ms. Murphy at 202-250-1699 or Nichole King-Campbell 301-292-3682.

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