Our People
The People Behind WAT.
Our movement brings together women and men from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and professions, united by a shared intuition: humans feel better when they walk and reconnect with themselves, with others, and with the world around them.
WAT Brings Us Together
We share a love for walking in all its forms; an interest in mental wellbeing and human connection; curiosity, reflection, and meaningful conversations; a belief that simple practices can create profound impact.
Our backgrounds include psychology and neuroscience; outdoor activities and mindfulness; coaching and facilitation; healthcare and social work; entrepreneurship, education, and community building. Some of us are professionals, some are simply passionate walkers. All are part of the movement.
Founding Members
The people who initiated WAT
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Scientific Advisors
Bringing rigor, ethics, and clinical insight
WAT is supported by professionals and researchers who help us structure the method, ensure psychological safety, connect practice with science, and explore responsible applications in healthcare and social contexts.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Ambassadors & Supporters
Bringing WAT to life locally
WAT ambassadors create communities, help spread the movement in their countries, and organize walks with local guides. They are fueling the energy of WAT on the ground.
Muhammad Ijaz
WAT I Pakistan 🇵🇰
Tamara
WAT I Morocco 🇲🇦
Patrice
WAT I Luxembourg 🇱🇺
Svletana
WAT I Greece 🇬🇷
Fatiza
WAT I Morocco 🇲🇦
Daniel
Supporter WAT I Switzerland🇨🇭
Claire
WAT I France 🇫🇷
Claire
WAT I Spain 🇪🇸
Arion
WAT I Czech Republic 🇨🇿
Evangelos
WAT I Greece 🇬🇷
Bulgan
WAT I Mongolia 🇲🇳
Yana
Yana – WAT I Portugal 🇵🇹
Sophany
WAT I Cambodia 🇰🇭
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of
Partners & Friends
Organizations helping the movement grow
WAT collaborates with organizations, communities, and initiatives who share similar visions.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
Jean Laurent
Co-founder & Director
Jean initiated WAT from a belief that movement is one of the most underused tools for human flourishing.
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