This annual event creates awareness about HIV/AIDS in the Masimba region of Masaba District, Kenya. Since TYVI aspires to fill a gap in rural HIV/AIDS awareness efforts in Kenya, the Masimba run is prototype awareness project that we hope to replicate elsewhere in rural Kenya. The race takes place at Masimba. It starts and ends at Masimba Community Resource Center. The race is a great attraction and has become a flagship event in the community.

Vision

To grow the Masimba AIDS Race into a premier sports event that will make a lasting impact on the war against AIDS and one that will produce international runners.

Objectives

The run seeks to:

1. Create HIV/AIDS awareness in the community 2. Involve community members in the fight against the epidemic 3. Mobilize youth to participate in community development 4. Provide youth with an opportunity to learn leadership skills

Funding
BGSU-Kenya 5K Benefit Run funds the race. We hope that other organizations and individuals will join BGSU-Kenya 5K Benefit Run to fund the coming races.

:: Contact Information ::
Godfrey O. Manyibe
PROGRAM OFFICER
Cell: 0725-867-643