Baltimore’s Women’s Classic celebrates its 49th annual 5k race 

By Kelsi JonesAFRO InternThe Baltimore Women’s Classic, America’s second oldest women’s 5k race, started bright and early on June 23.The all-women’s 5k race sponsored by MedStar Health featured women from all walks of life who came to support women ranging in ages from 12 to 70. Participants came from as far as London to participate in this one of a kind race, where& thousands of women –& women of different shapes and sizes –& raced for women. They came to support women and raise money for the House of Ruth Maryland, a foundation that strives to end violence against women and their children.& House of Ruth’s mission is about confronting attitudes, behaviors, and breaking systems that encourage violence against women. They were founded in May 1977 by a group of women in organizations, religious groups, service providers, and elected officials. Their goal was to provide a safe haven for victims of domestic violence and their kids. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCAD) 1 in 3 women have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. This consists of an assortment of behaviors including slapping, shoving, and pushing.& The House of Ruth is the Baltimore Classic’s...