Walking in Sarees to challenge barriers
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The Saree Sahelis will bring a splash of colour to the City to Bay Fun Run next month.
The Saree Sahelis will bring a splash of colour to the City to Bay Fun Run next month.
The group will walk the course wearing traditional Indian attire at the September 17 event in a bid to promote physical health and celebrate cultural diversity in South Australian multicultural communities.
“Saree is a traditional attire, and saree also means ‘all’,” Sonali said. “Sahelis means ‘friends’ and it led us to
‘Saree Sahelis’”.
Sonali said waking together at City-Bay was a powerful visual representation.
“By walking in sarees, the Saree Sahelis hope to break stereotypes, challenge cultural barriers and create a more connected society,
‘Chronic health issues like diabetes and high blood pressure are common in multicultural communities.
“Walking is a simple yet effective way to fight these conditions.”
The group has been walking between 6km and 10km around Adelaide each week to prepare for City-Bay.
“when we walk together, we share what’s going on in our life,” Sonali Said.
More than 100 people have registered to join the Saree Saheli initiative.
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