Walking Wise® was born from a deeply personal experience that compelled Founder Karla Highman to take action. While traveling, Karla and friends were followed by a suspicious man who seemed fixated on her young companion. His behavior eerily resembled known human trafficking tactics used in that region at the time.

Fortunately, this young female was traveling with two vigilant mothers whose instincts and quick action stopped the man's pursuit. However, Karla was left haunted by the thought of how different the outcome might have been if this vulnerable girl had been alone or with young friends. The chilling experience fueled Karla's passion to create a program that equips adults to educate children about sexual predators and human traffickers, fostering awareness and self-protection.