Get ready to lace up your walking shoes for the Walk In My Shoes 2025 event in Lakeland, Florida, taking place on Tuesday, April 15, 2025! This inspiring 1,500-mile trek across the state, organized by the Laurens Kids foundation, aims to raise awareness for National Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Participants will gather at the Children’s Home Society of Florida at 1010 E Rose St. starting at 8:00 AM, with the walk kicking off at 9:00 AM. Choose between a refreshing 5-mile walk or challenge yourself with the full 10-mile route that leads to Publix Super Market at Grove Park Shopping Center. Along the way, enjoy water breaks and camaraderie with fellow walkers, all while contributing to a vital cause. Plus, an UBER code will be provided to ensure a hassle-free ride back to the starting point! Join thousands in making every step count towards preventing child sexual abuse and supporting survivors. Don’t miss out on this meaningful and empowering event!