107th members 'Walk a Mile' in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month Published April 15, 2014 By Senior Airman Daniel Fravel 107th Airlift Wing NIAGARA FALLS RESERVE STATION, N.Y. -- Members of the 107th Airlift Wing here assembled April 13 at the fitness testing area here to "Walk a Mile" in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The "Walk a Mile" Awareness event was organized by the 107th Sexual Assault Prevention office to highlight the Wing's commitment to eliminate incidents of sexual assault. "When we all get involved we will move the Air Force closer to a culture free of sexual assault," said Col. John Higgins, 107th AW commander. "Sexual Assault Awareness Month is our way to extend this message." Participants enjoyed a rare warm, sunny April afternoon as they awaited the official start of the walk. "It's symbolic," said Col. Robert Kilgore before signaling the beginning of the walk. "I think it's symbolic the fact that our family gathered together to say we're going to take a stand against this." The Wing also hosted various topical film screenings, events and table displays throughout April to raise sexual assault awareness among unit members.