Over a billion people worldwide face diseases, job instability, and even deformity or death due to the lack of proper footwear. The World Shoe aims to eradicate the barefoot epidemic by providing anti-microbial shoes to those in need. Purchase a pair or donate to help us get one step closer to a world with zero shoeless children.
The World Shoe is a better, properly designed shoe that is biodegradable and protects the feet from injury, infections, and diseases. With an active, built-in anti-microbial agent, infections can be treated as it’s worn. It’s protective and breathable and removes the access point for parasitic activity and gives hope and opportunity to those who wear it.
Shoes bring people around the world dignity. They provide protection and opportunity to those suffering, give individuals the chance to go to school, travel safely, secure work, and be a part of their community.
The World Shoe is the world’s first eco-friendly footwear company created to eradicate the spread of foot-borne diseases globally with its innovative built-in antimicrobial and biodegradable solution that can save lives and keep our landfill free of discarded shoes and waste.
Over 30 years ago, Manny Ohonme received his first pair of shoes at the age of nine and it changed his life. Now, he wants to give to others.
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