Acid attacks are intensely inhumane crimes where the perpetrator intends to permanently disfigure their victim. Disproportionately affecting women and girls, they are a severe form of violence, often in retaliation to a refusal of marriage or sexual rejection, as an attempt to control women and their bodies.

Sheroes Hangout is a café and network of community centers across India that are operated by survivors of acid violence. The cafés aim to increase awareness of acid attacks and empower survivors to make a living. Many of our shoes are made in Agra, India, home to one of the cafés. In 2018, we started this special initiative inspired by and in support of the incredible women behind the cafés, giving a portion of the proceeds back to them. 

We are honored to continue our partnership with Sheroes this spring with Madhu, a brand new sandal for 2024.

$99.00

Named for one of the women at Sheroes Hangout, this artisanal slide sandal is handcrafted from premium leather with a half moon cutout detail, bold stitching, and embossed fishbone design.

Every purchase directly benefits survivors of acid violence.