“Our mission in the Barefoot Foundation work
to ensure that every Colombian child can exercise their right to a quality
education. Our model targets displaced and vulnerable communities by addressing
their unique needs,” Shakira. Most people know Shakira and think about a 5 foot
Barbie looking singer that is extremely talented, but there is much more to know.
One beautiful thing created by Shakira was the Barefoot Foundation. In 1997
just after releasing her first successful album Pies Descalsos, Shakira created the Barefoot Foundations to help
many impoverished children in Colombia. Support for the Foundation comes from
contributions by Shakira and donations from national and international
companies who care about social responsibility. They also work with
multilateral corporations who endorse special projects and have formed
alliances with government agencies. During February, 2008, Shakira auctioned
some of her tour clothes and guitars on eBay to support her foundation. Not only
does she have 4 successful schools in Colombia; but recently Shakira, with the
help of many people, launched her newest school in Africa. The schools are becoming
more and more successful each year and another goal is to make schools like
this one all over the world.
Once I looked at the picture and saw Shakira I told myself I had to read it! I didn't know she had this foundation but its great that she created it, to help others. Schools are needed everywhere! good post overall. (:
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