Could you go a whole day without wearing shoes? That’s what TOMS Shoes is asking you to do today, April 8, 2010, as a part of One Day Without Shoes. So what does being barefoot accomplish? It spreads awareness about the impact a pair of shoes can have on a child’s life. Here are some facts from OneDayWithoutShoes.com about the importance of shoes:
* In some developing nations, children must walk for miles to school, clean water and to seek medical help.
* Cuts and sores on feet can lead to serious infection.
* Often, children cannot attend school barefoot.
* In Ethiopia, approximately one million people are suffering from Podoconiosis, a debilitating and disfiguring disease caused by walking barefoot in volcanic soil.
* Podoconiosis is 100% preventable with basic foot hygiene and wearing shoes.
You can help by getting involved in local events or buying a pair of TOMS Shoes. For every pair that you buy, another pair is given to a child who needs them.