By Tim SchmidtRecord Managing EditorWith each step, the men walking in downtown Warrenton Monday took a cautious approach.They shuffled, one foot in front of the other, focused on keeping their balance. Instead of their everyday work shoes, they donned women’s shoes, many of them wearing high heels.Check out the photo gallery from the event here: http://bit.ly/1WSefUQA group of approximately 15 men participated in the first “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” organized by Turning Point. The event was held to raise money and awareness about domestic and sexual violence.“Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” is an event held throughout the country to raise awareness about domestic violence. With other events hosted by Turning Point focused on participation from women, organizers felt males needed to be the focal point.“We can’t really impact domestic violence and sexual assault unless guys are willing to call other guys out or take a stand against it,” Turning Point Executive Director Ellen Reed said. “By and large, the response was really positive.”Participants included Warrenton Police Chief Greg Houdyshell, Warren County Sheriff Kevin Harrison, Wright City Police Chief Matt Eskew, the Warren County commissioners, radio personality Mike Thomas and other community members.The public display showed the need for men to understand how violence impacts women’s lives.“A heartfelt gratitude for the men, the good guys, who are saying ‘not here, we’re not going to tolerate domestic violence,’ ” Reed said.Turning Point provides emergency shelter and other support services to women and families. Each year, the nonprofit organization serves at least 230 women and their children in person.Monday’s Walk a Mile in Her Shoes was the start of a week of fundraisers. Throughout the week, area retailers in Warren County will be accepting financial donations by displaying containers in their businesses.On Saturday, a fashion show will be held at the Warrenton Elks Lodge as women will wear the most current fashions from Maurice’s and Chico’s.“Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” will likely become an annual event.“We wanted to make sure it made a strong statement and it was fun,” Reed said. “This fits the bill.”FundraisersTurning Point, which operates an emergency shelter and offers other support services, is hosting multiple events this week to raise funds to support the services it provides to women and their families.• Fashion Cents — Throughout the week, area retailers in Warren County will be accepting financial donations by displaying containers in their businesses.• Fashion Show — The event will feature women wearing the most current fashions from Maurice’s and Chico’s, as attendees enjoy a meal, music and raffles at the Warrenton Elks Lodge.In Her Shoes