Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – In an exemplary display of solidarity and inclusiveness, the University of Guadalajara, alongside notable collaborators such as the UdG Diverse Collective, the Higher Secondary Education System, the University Center of the Coast, and the University Federation (FEU), announced the launch of the inaugural “Run with Pride Puerto Vallarta 2024”. The event, dedicated to combating homophobia in sports, was unveiled in a press briefing at a prestigious resort in Puerto Vallarta’s Romantic Zone.
This pioneering initiative, set to coincide with the International Day Against Homophobia in Sports on February 19, seeks to foster an environment of respect, equality, and acceptance across all spectrums of sexual diversity within the sporting arena. Slated for Saturday, June 29, at 5:00 p.m., the race promises an invigorating run along the scenic Malecón of Puerto Vallarta, starting and concluding at the iconic Arcos del Malecón.
The “Run with Pride” event is structured to accommodate participants of all ages and abilities, offering distances of 2.5 and 5 kilometers across various categories including children, youth, adults, seniors, and adapted sports. The organizers anticipate a vibrant turnout of at least 1,000 participants, including members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies, eager to partake in this historic event.
Christian Dennis Cárdenas, the director of the Diverse Collective, emphasized the race’s significant role in championing the principles of inclusion, diversity, and respect on both state and national levels. The organizers have gone to great lengths to ensure that the race transcends physical activity, serving as a beacon of acceptance and tolerance towards all sexual identities.
Interested participants can register for the race starting February 20, with sign-up locations available at the Centro Universitario de la Costa and the Regional High School of Puerto Vallarta, as well as through the Collective’s social media channels. The registration fee has been established to ensure wide accessibility, encouraging a broad spectrum of society to stand in solidarity for this commendable cause.
The “Run with Pride Puerto Vallarta 2024” is not just a race; it’s a statement—a celebration of diversity, inclusion, and the relentless pursuit of equality in every sphere of life, including sports. Through this event, the University of Guadalajara and its partners vividly demonstrate their commitment to creating a more inclusive society, where every individual is free to express their true selves without fear of discrimination or prejudice.
