ELKINS — A Black Lives Matter protest and march is slated Sunday in Elkins.

The event is being shared and planned on Facebook and will kick off at 2 p.m. in the Elkins City Park, before marching through downtown Elkins at 2:30 p.m. Organizers are encouraging all those who attend to wear a mask and use social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

“To help us be safe during this time, I ask that people wear a mask over their face when possible,” the event page on Facebook states. “Please share the message as much as possible to show that even though Elkins is a small town, we will not stand down for racism and police brutality.”

As of Wednesday afternoon the event has 25 confirmed attendees and 99 people “interested.”

For more information search “Black Lives Matter @Elkins, WV” on Facebook.