- E25, E99, Q32, Q28, T30 -

The International Podoconiosis Initiative Working to eliminate podoconiosis in our lifetimes Human rights Footwork advocates an approach to podo guided by the human rights principles of participation nondiscrimination and accountability. DEVELOPMENT Podo impacts the development of affected communities by reducing worker productivity impairing access to education and deepening social and economic divides. Women Women are disproportionally affected by podo through reduced access to footwear and barriers to continuing with treatment once initiated. CHILDREN Podo impedes education by preventing affected children from attending school and laying caring responsibilities on the shoulders of those whose parents are affected Universal Health Coverage Assuring access to healthcare for people affected by podo is critical to achieving Universal Health Coverage Welcome to Footwork Best Foot Forward from Ripple Effect Images on Vimeo.