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Get ready to take off your shoes for a meaningful cause on One Day Without Shoes, celebrated every May 10! This day was created by the well-known shoe company TOMS in 2006 to raise awareness about children's health and education issues around the world. By going barefoot for just one day, you can make a statement and also experience what it's like to live without proper footwear. So kick off your shoes and join in on this global movement that is making a positive impact one step at a time.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>TOMS Shoes Foundation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Blake Mycoskie founds TOMS shoes to provide footwear to underprivileged children around the world for every pair of shoes sold.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First One Day Without Shoes</div><div class='timeline-text'>TOMS organizes the first One Day Without Shoes event encouraging people to go barefoot for a day to raise awareness about global health and education.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>One Day Without Shoes Goes Digital</div><div class='timeline-text'>In addition to physical events, TOMS begins using social media to improve the reach of One Day Without Shoes, encouraging global participation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Impact</div><div class='timeline-text'>By this year, One Day Without Shoes has grown exponentially, with schools, businesses, and individuals participating from around the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Adjusting Amidst Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the event continues virtually with participants joining from their homes, further raising awareness for the cause.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go barefoot for the day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself to go barefoot for the entire day! Not only will you experience what it's like to not wear shoes, but you'll also raise awareness for those who have no choice but to go without shoes every day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a shoe drive</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a shoe drive in your community and collect gently used shoes to donate to those in need. This is a great way to make a tangible difference in someone's life on One Day Without Shoes.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local shelter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend your day volunteering at a local shelter or charity that provides shoes for those in need. Not only will you be making a difference, but you'll also gain a better understanding of the impact that shoes can have on someone's life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a barefoot walk/run</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get your community involved by organizing a barefoot walk or run to raise awareness and funds for those who go without shoes. This is a fun and active way to celebrate One Day Without Shoes while making a difference.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself and others</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to learn more about the issue of shoelessness and share your knowledge with others. Use social media to spread awareness and encourage others to join in on One Day Without Shoes.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness for those in need</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One Day Without Shoes is a global event that aims to raise awareness about the millions of people around the world who do not have access to proper footwear. By going barefoot for just one day, we can start conversations and educate others about this important issue.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It shows support for a cause</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Participating in One Day Without Shoes is a simple but powerful way to show our support for those without shoes. It sends a message that we care about their well-being and are willing to take action to help make a difference.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes gratefulness for what we have</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Going without shoes for even just one day can give us a small glimpse into the daily struggles of those who don't have proper footwear. It can also serve as a reminder to be grateful for the things we often take for granted, such as shoes to protect our feet.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>One Pair of Shoes can Prevent Dangerous Infections</h3><p class='facts-content'>Did you know that a simple pair of shoes can prevent harmful diseases and infections caused by parasites present in soil? In many underprivileged areas, children walk barefoot on contaminated soil daily, putting their health at risk.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Shoes are Essential for Education Access</h3><p class='facts-content'>In certain regions, shoes are a mandatory part of the school uniform. Without them, many children are unable to attend school, depriving them of getting an education and breaking the cycle of poverty.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>World Health Organization Recognizes Importance of Footwear</h3><p class='facts-content'>The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified providing footwear as a key component to prevent soil-transmitted helminthiases, parasitic infections often caught when individuals walk barefoot on contaminated soil.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Celebrity Support Amplifies Awareness</h3><p class='facts-content'>Several celebrities have supported the One Day Without Shoes campaign over the years. Actress Charlize Theron and musician Demi Lovato are among celebrities who have taken off their shoes in support of the initiative, encouraging their large followings to gain consciousness about the issue.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Millions of Shoes Donated Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>Since the inception of the One Day Without Shoes event, TOMS has donated over 60 million pairs of shoes to children in need. These donations have profound impacts on the health, education, and overall quality of life for these children.</p></div></div>
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