Walk In My Shoes 2024 - Gainesville

Friday, April 19, 2024 Past event
12:00 PM EDT
Gainesville, Florida
$25.00 · 1 race

Event summary

Join us for an inspiring day at the Walk In My Shoes 2024 event in Gainesville, Alachua, on Friday, April 19, 2024! This exciting event is part of a monumental 1,500-mile trek across Florida, kicking off in Key West, and aims to raise awareness for National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Participants can walk 3 miles or more, with an official route of 2.7 miles leading from the Child Advocacy Center to Campus View Church, where walkers will enjoy a refreshing water break.

This uplifting gathering will unite thousands of walkers across the state, all committed to preventing child sexual abuse and supporting survivors on their healing journeys. Registration opens at 12:00 pm, followed by the walk starting at 12:45 pm. Every step counts, and your participation will make a difference in the community. If you're ready to make an impact and join the movement, we can't wait to see you there!

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  • Walk In My Shoes 2024 - Gainesville

    Includes Walk In My Shoes T-Shirt

    12:00 PM EDT

    $25.00

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Organiser's description

Come walk with us! Join the Laurens Kids foundation and thousands of walkers across the state for the 2024 Walk in My Shoes 1,500-mile trek across Florida beginning in Key West! Walk for 3 miles or moreevery step counts in the fight to prevent child sexual abuse and help survivors heal.

#WHYWEWALK: Together, were walking during the month of April National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month to raise awareness, educate communities, and empower survivors.

We'll start registration at the Child Advocacy Center at 12:00 pm on Friday, April 19, 2024, and begin walking at 12:45 pm. We'll walk 2.7 miles to Campus View Church where we'll take a water break. Those feeling adventurous can continue on with us for even more miles.

Please read our FAQ's page for all of your questions and if you still have questions or need a scholarship, feel free to contact us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to assist!

Location

500 E. University Ave, Gainesville, 32607, FL, United States

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