The walk route stretches approximately 4 miles, through the Saint Mark's area, Codman Square, Four Corners, Uphams Corner and Bowdoin-Geneva, ending back at Town Field.

Funds raised from the walk will support these Peace Institute activities:

• Helping families to cope with sudden, tragic loss and navigate the criminal justice system
• Creating an environment for reconciliation between families of victims and offenders
• PEACEZONE, a nationally-recognized school-based program that helps students heal from trauma and loss, make positive decisions, and avoid risk-taking behavior

Last year, 5000 residents from across the state participated in the walk and event organizers hope to double that number this year. Clementina Chéry, the Institute's president, says "I believe it's possible for Boston to rise above violence completely and permanently.  We won't rest until that goal is achieved and every child is truly safe and on a positive path in life."  

For additional information, please visit: www.motherswalkforpeace.org