The event also included an association village, information booths, and testimonies from transplant recipients.Two questionnaires were administered: before (n = 204) and after (n = 141) the race, with 91 respondents completing both.Survey items explored knowledge of legislation, image of donation, perceived barriers, willingness to discuss the topic, and overall event perception. Results:Profile: 64 % women; 97 % from the le-de-France region; 30 % health professionals or students.Favourable attitude toward donation: 77 % favourable; 4 % opposed; 13 % undecided.Knowledge of the National Refusal Register: 61 % were aware of its existence.Understanding of the law: 55 % correctly identified that only the deceased's opposition is sought; confusion persists for 42 %.Image of organ donation: 90 % had a positive image before the race; 41 % reported a better perception afterward; no negative opinions were expressed.Cognitive and emotional effects: 58 % felt they better understood the issues surrounding donation; 42 % reflected on their own intentions; 32 % improved their knowledge of legislation.Dialogue and engagement: Before the race, 69 % had already discussed organ donation with relatives; afterward, 87 % had done so or intended to.More than half (54 %) now wish to clearly express their position.Overall impact: 87 % rated the race as "good" or "very good," emphasizing its emotional and symbolic value.Future outlook: 73 % of runners expressed interest in a complementary connected version, perceived as inclusive and expanding outreach. Conclusion:The event enhanced understanding, personal reflection, and dialogue around organ donation, with no negative effects observed.Its emotional, inter-hospital, and participatory dimensions make it a reproducible model for civic health education.Future editions will strengthen communication on legislation while developing a hybrid (in-person + connected) format to expand territorial impact and replicate the initiative in other regions.I have no potential conflict of interest to disclose.I did not use generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in the writing process.
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