The PSL Black Women Walk Journey

Port St. Lucie Black Women Walk has been serving the Treasure Coast since 2022. Founded by Loudy Mortimer, Port St. Lucie Black Women Walk provides a community platform promoting and supporting the health and wellness of the community. 

Our Vision: To empower all Black Women to lead healthier lives by just moving their feet.

Our Mission: To encourage and support Black Women to put their best foot forward by developing a daily discipline of walking as a key step to maximizing their health and wellness.

As the visionary founder and president of Port St. Lucie Black Women Walk, Loudy spotted something crucial: people needed support to get healthy and stay healthy. Her solution? Create a space where no one walks alone. What began as a grassroots walking initiative has blossomed into a movement that champions both physical health and community connection. "Why walk alone when we can do this together?" became more than just a question – it became a catalyst for change.

Loudy brings a unique perspective shaped by her years in education and her deep understanding of community needs. She has an extraordinary ability to identify gaps in both educational and health outcomes, particularly among vulnerable populations. Her approach combines an educator's heart with a community builder's vision.

As a committed resident of Port St. Lucie, Loudy embodies the spirit of local leadership, proving that grassroots initiatives can create meaningful change. Through her role as President, she continues to build bridges between education, health, and community empowerment. She's living proof that the greatest transformations often begin with a single step taken together, and her work demonstrates that when we support each other, we all go further!