Mission Statement: To initiate a community-wide effort by collecting Crocs footwear to be sustainably recycled and distributed throughout developing third-world villages for the promotion of public hygiene and global health.

At the Global Health Forum, we are starting a low-tech, low-cost initiative in the Delaware County area that will improve the health and quality of life of people living in Malawi. Studies have found that basic footwear improves hygiene and lowers rates of infections. Infections like the disease tungiasis thrive in areas where people walk around barefoot. These infections can greatly increase the risk of secondary infections, like tetanus, which can be lethal. Working together with SolesUnited and Crocs, Inc. the Global Health Forum is seeking to donate footwear that will greatly benefit people in this community.

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Crocs Distribution: (To Come Soon)

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For Any Questions,

Contact: Melissa.Frick@globalhealthforum.org