Love Parade NYC is for those who believe that speaking out against injustice is the right thing to do, but in a way that aids the solution. Let’s come together as a community to focus on what is going right in order to correct what is going wrong.

Imagine this:  people walking down the street with signs, balloons, streamers, passing out heart stickers, and celebrating what inspires them to stay hopeful. And you smile; the silly, fun sight impacts you. Your day is changed — and because of that you make a small positive impact in someone else’s day.

This is Karla Rasmusson’s vision, and you can help make it a reality. The founder of Hippie in Heels plans to promote love and unity with a group walking event in Manhattan, New York on Saturday April 25th or May 2nd.

“It starts with a small change of perception. Seeing the other person as hurting you because they, themselves, are hurting. The Love Parade is important because it gives people a positive way to express why they choose love, and how to choose love in a small way, like smiles and compliments,” Karla said.

Check out the video below to learn more about why Karla decided to Choose Love Now. Plus, find out how you can support the Love Parade campaign here.

-Art via We Heart It