Sexual assault awareness 5K run/walk well attended Published April 30, 2014 By Airman 1st Class Kiana Brothers 375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. -- A 5K run/walk held to promote sexual assault awareness had 325 participants April 25 at Scott Air Force Base. The volunteers were expecting about 100 participants, but instead triple the amount showed up, including pets and children. "The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team would like to extend another huge thank you to all of the volunteers and to everyone who came out to participate," said 1st Lt. Danielle Duso, deputy Sexual Assault Response Coordinator. "It's thanks to all of you that this event was such an overwhelming success." Participants arrived in teal outfits, capes, and headbands. Some individuals ran with pets and others ran with hard hats. Master Sgt. Pamela King, a member of the Logistics Operations Center, organized the event and gave opening remarks. "Our theme this year for the 5K run is 'Step up the movement--5K strong,'" said King. "The event was aimed at increasing awareness of sexual assault and prevention while supporting those surviving in silence." Awards were given to the fastest male and female, first participant to arrive, youngest person, and many more. The best teal outfit medal was given to a two month old baby who participated with her mother and sibling. A man over the age of 60 won oldest participant and best teal team was 618 Air and Space Operations Center (TACC). Duso said, "Not only did units show up in full teal force, their commanders were right there with them setting the example and there were even several dependents and retirees." Frank Jones supported the event and ran wearing a teal bow. He was one of many who participated and helped make the 5K run successful. Jones is the 375th Community Support Coordinator. "As Lieutenant Duso reminded us this morning, although the awareness month may be ending, our efforts continue every day, and together we work to create and maintain a culture of dignity and respect," said Jones.