Date: March 2025
Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, shelves are being stocked with Sal’s Shoes – thanks to a 40ft container of aid items delivered in partnership with The Pachamama Project. Our shoes have found new feet at The FreeShop, a safe and welcoming space supporting Syrian and Palestinian refugees, as well as local Lebanese families affected by economic collapse and recent conflict.
The FreeShop runs on dignity. People are given tokens and can ‘spend’ them on essentials – everything in the shop is free, but the shopping experience is filled with choice. Families browse, try on, and select clothing and shoes that suit their needs and style. It’s simple, but powerful.
For children, it means picking shoes that fit not just their feet, but their personalities too. From winter boots to sturdy trainers and sparkly high tops, Sal’s Shoes are restocking the racks and helping restore a sense of normalcy – one pair at a time.
