Approximately 28.8km from Amanzimtoti to Scottburgh. See how Walking the Talk Foundation’s first hosted awareness walk mobilised schools and communities for better learning spaces.
On 28 October 2023, the Walking the Talk Foundation took a significant step forward along the KwaZulu-Natal coastline. Covering approximately 28.8 kilometres from Amanzimtoti to Scottburgh, WTTF’s third walk marked an important milestone — the first Awareness Walk officially organised and hosted by Walking the Talk Foundation.
More than a physical journey, the walk brought together learners, educators, parents, and community members to truly walk the talk. United by a shared purpose, participants stepped forward to raise awareness and motivate schools to take ownership of improving, equipping, and repairing their classrooms.
A total of 25 participants from three different schools joined the full route, demonstrating commitment, unity, and a collective determination to uplift education in KwaZulu-Natal.
The primary purpose of the walk was to encourage schools to actively participate in creating better learning environments by standing together for a common cause. Led by Walking the Talk Foundation founder, Dale van Blerk, the walk called on schools to commit to building, equipping, and fixing classrooms through awareness, collaboration, and action.
The following schools proudly completed the full 28.8 km walk:
Each school walked with intention — showing solidarity and determination to improve education for their learners and their communities.
“Attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity.”
The third awareness walk centred on several key objectives, including:
The journey from Amanzimtoti to Scottburgh was both physically demanding and deeply inspiring. Along the route, participants supported one another step by step, reinforcing the belief that meaningful change is possible when communities come together around a shared vision. Importantly, the walk included students and teachers with disabilities, whose participation powerfully demonstrated inclusivity, courage, and determination.
The walk became a strong symbol of perseverance, unity, and hope — highlighting not only the resilience of schools striving for better learning environments, but also the importance of creating opportunities where everyone, regardless of ability, can participate and contribute.
Together, the participants showed that lasting change is achieved through collective effort, mutual support, and an unwavering commitment to inclusion.
As the first hosted awareness walk by Walking the Talk Foundation, the event received exceptional support from local businesses and community partners, helping to make the day a success.
Each contribution played a vital role in supporting the walkers and strengthening the sense of community behind the initiative.
Walking the Talk Foundation extends sincere thanks to every sponsor, supporter, participant, and school that took part in the third Awareness Walk. Your generosity, encouragement, and commitment helped shine a light on the urgent educational challenges facing schools across KwaZulu-Natal.
This walk was more than a single event — it was a statement of intent. Together, we continue to walk for a purpose, building stronger schools and creating brighter futures, one step at a time.
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