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Women Rally Together Against Harassment in Running Groups

11/24/2025

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Story summary

Girls on the Go hosts a running club primarily for women concerned about exercising alone.
Ms. Barney noted that members still face harassment, especially from young men, even when running in groups.
Some women attend because they have experienced rape or sexual assault.
Ms. Barney highlighted the societal expectation that women modify their behavior for safety, shaping everyday actions.

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Story summary

Girls on the Go hosts a running club primarily for women concerned about exercising alone.
Ms. Barney noted that members still face harassment, especially from young men, even when running in groups.
Some women attend because they have experienced rape or sexual assault.
Ms. Barney highlighted the societal expectation that women modify their behavior for safety, shaping everyday actions.