Walk a Mile in Her Shoes®
The 2027 Charles County Mobilization
Presented by Say Your Name, Inc.
Shattering the Silence. Reclaiming Our Voice.
September 2027 | Waldorf, Maryland
Will You Walk TheTalk
For the first time in history, the international Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® movement is officially marching into Charles County. Say Your Name, Inc. invites community leaders, public safety partners, corporate sponsors, and local advocates to take a literal stand—and a literal walk—against the hidden realities of intimate partner violence. This isn't just an event; it is a profound, visual declaration of protection, empathy, and collective solidarity with survivors. We are gathering on the pavement to prove that our community is a safe harbor where survivors no longer have to remain invisible. Whether you lace up your heels, wear your organization's uniform, or march in solidarity gear, your steps matter.
Where Your Support Goes
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At Say Your Name, Inc., we anchor every mobilization in long-term, tangible resources. 100% of the proceeds generated from our inaugural walk directly fund our critical local initiatives right here in Maryland:
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Confidential Mobile Advocacy: Underwriting immediate crisis intervention through our secure, agile mobile response model. To maintain absolute survivor safety, confidentiality, and discretion, our professional trauma-informed intake suites are deployed in undisclosed, secure spaces. Exact locations are strictly protected and only shared directly with a survivor following a secure, private intake assessment. This model removes the stigma of seeking help while ensuring absolute physical safety.
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The Blueprint: Our Core IPV Protocol Framework: Funding the institutional rollout of our signature landmark resource. This standardized framework is a comprehensive, systemic blueprint designed for local businesses, faith communities, and civic agencies to safely recognize, handle, and properly refer individuals navigating domestic stress.
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Pastoral Counseling & Support: Direct funding to provide survivors with confidential, faith-integrated pastoral care. This initiative offers a safe, dedicated space to process trauma, heal emotional and spiritual wounds, and reclaim personal peace under trusted spiritual guidance.
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The Healthy Boundaries Course (Two 10-Week Modules): Underwriting enrollment for survivors into our signature, comprehensive learning experience, delivered entirely via a secure, private virtual classroom platform. This structured program is divided into two distinct 10-week modules covering how boundaries are formed, why we must have them, what causes us to neglect them, and practical tools to successfully maintain them—allowing participants to safely join from any private location.
For inquiries regarding corporate sponsorships, public safety coordination, or committee details, please contact Dr. Whitlock directly at
301-751-2748 or through our secure portal. Say Your Name, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization