Everyday we see children forced to live on the streets walking barefoot through slums. Without shoes, children are at risk of infection and injury: for children living on the streets, walking barefoot puts them at even greater risk. Without shoes, children living on the streets are easy to identify which makes them vulnerable to traffickers and abusers.

Rather than asking for donations of shoes, we would like you to donate just £2 to cover the cost of a new pair of shoes for a child forced to live on the street. The cost of sending donated shoes costs far more than buying brand new ones in the countries we work in and this way we are also supporting the local economy.

The children we work with have often travelled vast distances from their homes. With your help, we can ensure they are prepared to take their #firststephome. All of the children Retrak support need to be fed and clothed, provided with healthcare and education. With your £2 we can start that process.