All across Tasmania in October, people are lacing up their shoes and heading off on a walk in the name of charity. The Big Tassie Walk, an initiative from the Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania (MRC Tas), is raising money to support migrants and refugees starting a life in Tasmania. The Big Tassie Walk invites individuals, families, workplaces and community groups to walk for fitness and to help shape a kinder, stronger Tasmania.

“This is about getting a little fitter whilst standing up for the kind of Tasmania we want to be,” says MRC Tas Chair, the Hon. Peter Gutwein. “Inclusive, welcoming and proud of the incredible contributions of our multicultural communities.”

Participants can choose a challenge that suits them over the month, whether that be 45km, 90km, 180km, 335km or a distance of their own, and raise money for the cause by asking for sponsorship from friends, family and colleagues. “This is about walking the talk,” says MRC Tas CEO, Dr. Gillian Long. “Every step taken and every dollar raised will help build a Tasmania where everyone feels safe, supported and has the opportunity to thrive.”

Brighton Council is proud to join The Big Tassie Walk in October. “Tasmania thrives when every member of our community feels welcome, supported and empowered. There is strength in diversity and power in unity,” says James Dryburgh, Brighton Council CEO. Sign up for the Big Tassie Walk at bigtassiewalk.org.au and get walking!