Our mission is to improve the quality of life for BIPOC who are affected by IBD, Digestive Disorders and associated Chronic Illnesses; through Community, Research, Education, and Advocacy.

In Living COGI 2025
MULTI-CITY 5K WALKS

November 30, 2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm EST

WHY WE WALK

Since 1970, the rate in WHICH Black and Brown patients have been diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) has increased by 135%. That’s 3x higher than White patients (39%) making it critical to spread awareness about signs and symptoms.

If diagnosed early, it potentially lowers the risk of managing IBD in a more severe state!

As patients, walking can provide health benefits like reduced inflammation and improved physical and mental health; especially for patients in lower to moderate states of IBD.

So we walk! Join us on Nov. 30th!

5k Details

In 2024 we hosted an In Living COGI Step Challenge with over 50 participants who made a commitment to walk at least 10,000 steps in support of Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week. We walked over 700k steps during the week to show our community that we are committed to advocacy, including our own health.

This year we’re expanding the Step Challenge to 5k walks in over 10 cities giving our community a chance to connect with one another! We have walking leads in each city who will lead your group, discussing life, IBD, and more. Scroll down to see if we’re walking in your city and come out to support!

MY CITY ISN’T LISTED!

That’s okay… We still want your support just like before. Sign up for our Virtual 5k and walk with us at the location of your choice in your city. It doesn’t matter if it’s a gym, outside, or even a walking pad in your home. Start walking at the listed time of the event and tag us on social media!

DOWNLOAD THE STEP UP APP

The 5k events won’t get you to 10,000 steps, but that’s ok! We’d love for you to join our In Living COGI 2025 5k and BEYOND! group to share your steps during and post 5k. We’ll be recording your steps from November 30th to December 7th, giving you the chance to encourage others during In Living COGI Week.

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