An accessible way in
People choose whether to run, walk or wheel and how far to go. Participation matters more than pace.
Movement · Conversation · Belonging
Move together. Connect locally.
Humanity Dash helps communities bring people together through free, welcoming run, walk or wheel gatherings. Each Dash starts with local people, a simple route and a reason to connect.
Create your own DashExplore the principles
It begins with a welcome, moves at each person’s pace, and leaves room for conversation.
See it in NantwichThe idea
A small gathering with a wider purpose.
Time to talk
A simple welcome and time afterwards help neighbours meet, listen and make new connections.
Shaped by the place
Local volunteers and partners choose a useful purpose, suitable setting and a format their community can sustain.
Where it began
Nantwich Dabbers Dash
Our working example is a free monthly gathering at Barony Park. People can choose one, two or three laps, with no official timing. Local organisations have used the morning to open conversations about health, wellbeing and inclusion.
Explore the example“Keep it free. Keep it simple. Keep it welcoming. Keep it human.”
A question is a good place to start
Want to talk it through?
If you are exploring a Dash for your community, send me your question and a little about your area.
Get in touchCommunity benefits
What could a Dash bring to your community?
Explore the opportunities for park groups, charities, councils, NHS teams and the people who take part, alongside what a local team needs to contribute.
Explore community benefits