A Health Revolution for Black Women
Walking towards healing and liberation
1,227,323 women have taken the GirlTREK Pledge
GirlTREK is a
Life-Saving SISTERHOOD
We’re a global movement of Black women leveraging the historic legacy of walking and the power of self-care as a pathway to heal and transform our lives. We believe walking 30 minutes a day is a radical act of self-love and the root of a cultural revolution.
Current State of
Black Women’s Health
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5-10 Year
less life expectancy for Black women behind other racial groups
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81%
of Black women are overweight
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52%
of Black women are obese
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20%
less likely to engage in physical activity
Health Benefits GirlTREK’s Members Experience:
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61%
report losing weight (on average 15lbs)
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90%
diagnosed with depression said walking improved their symptoms
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56%
sustained 5 days or more of walking for 1 year or more
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28%
report being prescribed less medication
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78%
have been inspired to try new fitness activities
Far more than a walking group, we exist to bring health and happiness to the doorsteps of 700 million Black women worldwide. We are a campaign to heal intergenerational trauma, fight systemic racism and transform Black lives.
We are powering a mass movement for health justice.
Walk together children and don't you get weary.”
Nikki Giovanni
We walk to heal our bodies, inspire our daughters, and reclaim the streets of our neighborhoods.
Dust off those sneakers!
Practice Self-care
Build a life grounded in making brave daily choices of radical self-care.
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Connect to the movement
Tap into the global sisterhood. Get the latest news on what’s happening locally and nationally to stay connected and encouraged.
Don’t forget to hydrate
Train To Lead
Our communities need more Black women leaders—like YOU! Learn how you can mobilize for mass health justice.
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