About
Who We Are
City Girls Who Walk DC (CGWWDC) is a social club for women+ that seeks to promote physical and mental wellness through walking, community engagement, and advocacy in the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area. We welcome people of all ages, backgrounds, identities who identify as a “City Girl.”
We host weekly walks, happy hours, and other special events. Sign up for our newsletter, follow us on Instagram, and join our Discord server to stay updated on all CGWWDC happenings!
Interested in joining an event? We’d love to have you! Check out our FAQ below for answers to all your questions.
FAQs
Do I need to sign up in order to participate?
Nope! We don’t have a formal membership program (that means no fees, no applications!). Walks don’t require registration, just show up! Select events with capacity limits may require registration, but you can see those details the week of on our Instagram and Discord server.
Can I come alone?
YES! Many of our members come alone at first and leave with new friends. Check out our "Member Monday" posts on Instagram for proof! If you are hesitant about coming solo, feel free to bring a friend or plan a smaller group meet-up on Discord!
Does this cost money?
Nope! We don’t charge membership fees, and all of our walks and happy hours are free to join. We do host special ticketed events that are completely optional.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes! Well-behaved dogs are welcome on our walks and remain leashed. Some walks may end at a location that does not allow pets inside.
Can my male friend or partner come?
While CGWWDC remains a group for individuals who identify as a “City Girl,” we host all-gender walks once per quarter, and occasionally other events. We will specifically state when an event is all-gender. Please refer to our gender inclusivity statement below!
What’s the average age of members?
Attendees range from 18 to 60+, but the average age is 22-35. CGWWDC welcomes women of all ages! Check out our sub-groups on Discord for more.
What is Discord and do I have to join it?
Discord is a group messaging platform; our server has over 8,000 users and 100+ subgroups. We encourage everyone to join to connect with fellow members, access subgroup activities, and get early access to certain events. There are subgroups for every interest, identity, and neighborhood around the DMV. It’s not required, but there are big perks!
How can we partner with CGWWDC?
We're thrilled you're interested in partnering with us! Please fill out our partnership request form. If it's a good fit, we'll aim to respond within 48 hours. Please note that CGWWDC is operated by volunteers and response times may vary.
How can I start a group in my area?
Check out our eBook! It includes 16 of our signature routes as well as tips for creating a route, how to start your own walking group, lessons learned, and more.
Know Before You Go
By participating in any events organized by City Girls Who Walk DC (CGWWDC) or its affiliated subgroups, you acknowledge and agree to do so at your own risk. While CGWWDC strives to ensure the safety and accessibility of its events, your decision to participate implies your acceptance of personal responsibility for your behavior, safety, and security. This disclaimer encompasses various aspects, including but not limited to transportation to and from events, engaging within your personal ability and comfort level, being aware of any preexisting conditions, and consuming alcohol responsibly.
CGWWDC does not assume liability for any loss, injury, damage, accident, illness, or other harm that may occur as a result of your participation in our activities and events. You hereby release and discharge CGWWDC, its organizers, members, and affiliates from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or related to such incidents.
By continuing to participate in the group, you demonstrate that you fully comprehend and accept this disclaimer. In the event that you disagree with any part of this disclaimer, it is advised that you abstain from participating in CGWWDC's activities and events.
Additionally, CGWWDC reserves the right to any photograph or video taken at any main or sub-group event, without the written or otherwise expressed permission of those included in the photo/video. Photos/videos include those taken by CGWWDC leadership, CGWWDC members/event participants, or third parties acting on behalf of either of the above, and may be provided to CGWWDC leadership in ways including but not limited to: Discord server post or message, email, text message, or shared drive/file/folder. CGWWDC may use the photo/video in social media or other media/publications produced, used, or contributed to by CGWWDC, including but not limited to Instagram, TikTok, website, magazine/newspaper advertisements, email newsletters, etc.
By participating in a CGWWDC or CGWWDC subgroup event or by failing to notify CGWWDC leadership directly and in writing of your desire to not have your photograph/likeness used by CGWWDC, you are agreeing to release, defend, hold harmless, and indemnify CGWWDC from any and all claims involving the use of your picture or likeness.
Disclaimer
Inclusivity Statement
City Girls Who Walk DC is a social club for all those who identify as a “City Girl” to feel empowered and comfortable amongst their peers in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area. The mission of our group is to provide a platform for the women of the DMV to connect and form friendships, discover new and exciting things by exploring the DMV, and focus on inclusion and accessibility for all.
The benefit of making this a “girls’” group is that we can help members feel comfortable in a new environment while trying to make friends. Many members attend their first walk alone, and we want to ensure that we are continuing to foster a safe and empowering space for those who are joining the group for the first time. We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave who is threatening the safety of or otherwise harassing any members of the group from both our online and physical spaces.
Please understand that this group was not created to sideline any gender identity, but rather to allow our members to experience a personal and comfortable space to nourish their female relationships. We hold quarterly all-gender walks and encourage male-identifying or otherwise non-female-identifying members to join those activities when possible. We will make it explicitly clear when these events are open to everyone. We firmly believe that all genders should work as allies for equality in all domains.