💜World Lupus Day 2026 Community Walk

On May 10, our community came together in purple to honor lupus warriors, raise awareness for autoimmune diseases, and remind one another that no one fights alone. From sunrise walks to shared stories and heartfelt support, this event represented strength, resilience, and connection.

 
Group of people in purple shirts posing for a photo on a beach with a city skyline and mountains in the background during sunset.
Two people standing outdoors, wearing matching purple t-shirts with a graphic and text that reads 'My Body Is My Battlefield, Strength Love Protection,' watching a sunset sky. The person on the left has a cowboy hat and facial hair, the person on the
Group of people participating in Lupus awareness event, holding a banner that reads "My Body Is My Battlefield" with purple butterfly graphics, standing outdoors near city buildings at sunset.
A group of three people, including a woman, a man wearing a white hard hat, and a young boy, standing together inside a workshop or factory. They are holding a purple t-shirt with the design and text related to family strength. The workshop backgroun
A woman and two children standing on a concrete surface at the beach, facing the ocean, holding hands, wearing matching purple shirts with inspirational messages and silhouettes of a woman with a child, under a blue sky with some clouds.
Woman participating in a lupus awareness beach walk in Hawaii, wearing a My Body Is My Battlefield event shirt and promoting lupus support and advocacy.
Community supporters attending the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, helping raise awareness for lupus warriors and their families.
Participant walking during the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, helping raise awareness, support, and hope for lupus warriors and their families.
Community members gathered at the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, showing support for lupus warriors through awareness and advocacy.
Lupus awareness walk participant and child enjoying the beach during a My Body Is My Battlefield community event focused on lupus support, education, and family connection.
Group of women participating in the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, wearing purple to show support for lupus warriors and raise community awareness.
Family attending the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, supporting lupus awareness, community connection, and advocacy for lupus warriors.
Two women celebrating at the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, sharing a joyful moment while supporting lupus awareness, advocacy, and community connection.
Lupus awareness supporters wearing purple at the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, promoting community engagement, advocacy, and education.
Participants at the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, supporting lupus awareness, advocacy, and community connection.
A boy standing in shallow water at the beach with a rocky island in the distance, a blue sky with some clouds, and trees along the shoreline. Child participating in the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, representing family.
Lupus awareness supporters are enjoying the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk while promoting education, advocacy, and hope for lupus warriors.
People walking on a concrete pathway in a park with palm trees and a grassy area, under a partly cloudy sky. Lupus awareness walk participants wearing event shirts while walking along a scenic pathway in Hawaii to support lupus warriors.
A young boy with short dark hair and light skin is sitting on a concrete surface near a beach, holding a pink foam roller. Child participating in a Hawaii lupus awareness event while wearing a My Body Is My Battlefield shirt.
Children participating in the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, promoting lupus awareness, family support, and community involvement.
Community members and families gathered at the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk to support lupus warriors and raise awareness.
Woman and child attending the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, supporting lupus awareness and strengthening family and community connections.
Participants gathering during the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, promoting lupus awareness, education, and community support.
Lupus awareness supporters attending the My Body Is My Battlefield Hawaii Lupus Awareness Beach Walk, showing solidarity with lupus warriors and their families.
Group of people on a sandy beach with palm trees, some wearing purple shirts, around beach chairs and a purple towel, under a partly cloudy sky.
People holding purple fairy wings with a city skyline and cloudy sky in the background.
A person standing on a rocky shoreline with arms outstretched, facing the ocean with city skyscrapers in the background and a partly cloudy sky overhead.
A group of people walking along a paved pathway in a park with palm trees, under a blue sky.

“Some battles aren’t visible… but together, we can bring awareness, support, and strength to those fighting lupus everyday.”

A group of people at a lupus awareness event, holding a sign that says '#MyBodyisABattlefield,' wearing sunglasses, leis, and pink accessories, with purple and white balloons, and a purple starry background.
Guests gathering during a lupus awareness community event focused on support, connection, and advocacy.
Attendees posing together at a My Body Is My Battlefield lupus awareness celebration event.
Outdoor lupus awareness event setup with purple decorations supporting autoimmune disease advocacy and community outreach.
Supporters wearing matching purple lupus awareness shirts during a My Body Is My Battlefield community event.
Lupus warrior attending a My Body Is My Battlefield awareness event wearing purple in support of autoimmune disease awareness.
Purple cupcakes prepared for a lupus awareness community event hosted by My Body Is My Battlefield.
Community members connecting during a lupus awareness outreach event focused on support and education.
Entrance to a building decorated with purple and white balloons forming an arch and decorations for a grand opening event. The area is outdoors, with a brick sidewalk, street lamps, and trees in the background. A purple banner with the words "Grand O
My Body Is My Battlefield event table setup for lupus awareness outreach, community support, and advocacy.
Group of people gathered outdoors for a ribbon-cutting ceremony with purple and white balloons, some wearing purple shirts with awareness ribbons, under a clear blue sky. holistic lupus support
Group of people wearing purple shirts with white text supporting lupus awareness, standing in front of purple and white starry backdrop, holding balloons and cupcakes for a lupus awareness event. holistic lupus support
Table display of decorative paper butterflies and an image of a woman, with the word 'LOVE' spelled out in large wooden letters, topped with a bouquet of white roses in a purple vase, situated outdoors on a sunny day in a park. holistic lupus support
A group of people gathered outdoors, some wearing purple t-shirts with ribbons, in a park-like setting with trees and picnic tables, during late afternoon or early evening. holistic lupus support
A group of people gathered outdoors beneath trees, some wearing purple shirts, some taking photos, and a man with a white shirt and gray beard standing in the center with his eyes closed. holistic lupus support
Group of five people standing together, smiling, on a concrete surface, celebrating a cancer awareness event with purple balloons and themed attire. holistic lupus support
Group of people participating in a Lupus Awareness walk event, holding signs and wearing purple, standing in front of a decorated backdrop. holistic lupus support
Group of people wearing purple shirts at a celebration, with purple and white balloons and a purple backdrop with white confetti. holistic lupus support
A group of four people posing together at a Lupus Awareness event, holding a sign that reads '#MyBodyIsABattlefield' and decorated with butterfly stickers, standing in front of a cosmic-themed backdrop with white splatter patterns resembling stars.
A group of people gathered at the start or finish of a race, holding a purple ribbon, with purple balloons above their heads, under streetlights, and trees in the background on a sunny day. holistic lupus support
A group of people gathered outdoors, some with heads bowed in prayer, including a woman with a white Nike cap holding a microphone. They are on a brick-paved area in front of a red brick building with chimneys and trees in the background.
A group of people, including a woman with curly hair smiling and hugging a child, gather outdoors near a red brick building with chimneys. The woman is wearing a white shirt, and the child is wearing a purple shirt. Others in the background are clapp
People gathering at the entrance of a building decorated with purple and white balloons for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. There is a sign that says 'Opening' and another with the message 'My Body Is Battlefield'. holistic lupus support
A woman with tattoos on her arms and wearing sunglasses is playfully stretching her arm out while standing on a sidewalk during daylight. She has a purple scarf draped around her neck and is dressed in a white t-shirt and black pants. Other people ar
A group of women participating in a walk or run event outdoors, wearing athletic clothing and smiling, with cars parked in the background and a clear blue sky. holistic lupus support
A group of people walking outdoors on a sunny day, including a man in the foreground wearing a purple shirt with a support squad message and a woman in red pants and black top, with cars and utility poles visible in the background. holistic lupus
A group of women walking on a sidewalk outdoors on a sunny day, some wearing event T-shirts and carrying bags. holistic lupus support
A diverse group of people participating in a charity walk or run event along a sidewalk on a sunny day, some wearing matching white t-shirts with a pink ribbon design.
People participating in a walkathon or charity walk along a sidewalk on a sunny day, with greenery and trees in the background. holistic lupus support
A man and woman exchanging a high five outdoors on a sunny day near trees and greenery. holistic lupus support
People smiling at a Lupus awareness event, standing in front of a purple and white confetti background with purple balloons, wearing purple shirts and festive accessories. holistic lupus support
A group of seven people standing in front of a purple backdrop decorated with white speckles and balloons, wearing purple shirts with 'Lupus Awareness' written on them. They are smiling and holding signs and props supporting lupus awareness. holistic
Young boy holding a sign that reads '#MyBodyIsABattlefield' with butterfly stickers, at an outdoor event with leafy trees in the background. holistic lupus support
People gather under purple and white balloons at a community event for lupus awareness, with a banner reading 'My Body Is My Battle'. holistic lupus support
A sign with a purple ribbon and text about lupus facts is placed on the grass next to a concrete sidewalk. A purple cone is nearby. The sign mentions there are four forms of lupus and provides a website for more information. holistic lupus support
Group of people running in an outdoor parking lot with cars and trees in the background. holistic lupus support. lupus support organization
A young woman with short curly hair wearing a purple event t-shirt, black leggings with cartoon cat designs, and running shoes, walking in a parking lot next to a silver car with a purple ribbon tied to its side mirror, with trees and a chain-link fe
A group of diverse women and children participating in a breast cancer awareness event. They are holding signs with ribbons and butterflies, wearing colorful accessories like feather boas and glasses. The background features a purple themed decoratio
A group of diverse people walking outdoors on a sunny day, with some wearing purple shirts and casual clothing, surrounded by trees and greenery.
A boy and a woman are giving each other a high-five outside on a brick-paved area during daytime. The boy is holding a cupcake with blue frosting, and the woman is crouched down, smiling, with balloons and a table with papers in the background.

Why We Walk?

Lupus is an invisible illness that affects millions. Through awareness, education, and community, we can make a difference.

Your presence matters. Your voice matters.

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