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Meet The Leaders Of Barefoot

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Radhika Kapoor

  • Hobbies & Interests:  Playing Guitar

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  • Best Memory:  Winning the school topper award

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  • Favourite Sport:   Taekwondo

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  • Reason for Joining Project:  I want to be part of this Project because it allows me to contribute directly to improving lives and creating awareness through action and not just words.

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  • Why This Project Matters: Footwear is a basic necessity that many people still lack. This project helps address health and dignity while encouraging empathy and social responsibility.

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  • Best Shoes Owned: My comfortable everyday shoes that support me through long days and new challenges.

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  • If I Were a Shoe:  I would... Be reliable and strong. Always ready to walk long distances and support someone who needs it most.

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Nathan George

  • Hobbies & Interests:  Playing Sports

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  • Best Memory:  Winning Best Player award at a tournament.
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Football

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  • Reason for Joining Project:   I want to make a difference in the society that we live in.

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  • Why This Project Matters: I think this project is necessary because it raises awareness of community issues and encourages young people to make a positive impact.

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  • Best Shoes Owned:My trusted football studs that are with me at all times 

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  • If I Were a Shoe:  I Would be a shoe that would be strong , dependable and walk along  with my owner to handle tough situations.

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Alika Parmar

  • Hobbies & Interests:  Doodling , Painting
     

  • Best Memory:  My first speech on stage in a school competition
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Badminton

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  • Reason for Joining Project:   Because it helps me build leadership skills and simultaneously helps people

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  • Why This Project Matters: I think it is necessary because shoes are a basic necessity and not many people focus on it

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  • Best Shoes Owned: My Birkenstocks which are the most comfortable slippers i own

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  • If I Were a Shoe:  I Would wish that every step taken makes a difference be it personal or global

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Anupama Janakiraman

  • Hobbies & Interests:  Writing, Astronautical Engineering
     

  • Best Memory:  Winning first place in our school's Elocution competition
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Tennis

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  • Reason for Joining Project:   This project is similar to initiatives I’ve pursued before, and I believe my communication skills and passion make me a strong fit.

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  • Why This Project Matters:  A mass collection of used shoes can create a real difference, especially for low-impact households in and around Tamil Nadu. I believe this project addresses that need in
    an extraordinary way.

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  • Best Shoes Owned: My go-to cut shoes—they’re versatile enough for both formal events and casual outings.

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  • If I Were a Shoe: I Would  be a multi-purpose pair, one that helps its owner get through anything with just me and no more.

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Vaibhav Shukla

  • Hobbies & Interests:  MUN, Travelling, Gym  Business, Entrepreneurship, and Economics
     

  • Best Memory:  Involved in raising 10,000 THB for charity in 30 minutes
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Cycling, Running, Wakeboarding
     

  • Reason for Joining Project:   I wish to help people in need by providing them with proper footwear and raising awareness about its importance since I find shoes as an essential item.

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  • Why This Project Matters:  Lacking access to basic footwear negatively affects both health and opportunities. This project can genuinely improve living standards and people's lives.

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  • Best Shoes Owned: Nike Air Force 1s, Nike Air Jordan 1 Lows, or Asics Magic Speed 2

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  • If I Were a Shoe: I Would  be a sneaker that’s desired by many for its value and appeal. Adaptable to any terrain and built to last.

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Sidh Bothra

  • Hobbies & Interests:   Football, Squash
     

  • Best Memory:  Winning the MSSA football competition
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Football
     

  • Reason for Joining Project:   I want to do this project to help the people who suffer and are underprivileged.

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  • Why This Project Matters:  This project is necessary cause not having sufficient footwear causes diseases which are life threatening and the people cant even afford treatment. This project helps save lives and makes it easier for those who walk around barefoot all day looking for shelter and food.

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  • Best Shoes Owned:  My running shoes because those are shoes I can wear in any situation and prevent me from buying other shoes for wearing since i can wear those instead.

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  • If I Were a Shoe: Be the kind that is reliable and long lasting and comfortable.

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Pragathi Marlecha

  • Hobbies & Interests:   Dancing , Business Technology
     

  • Best Memory:  A summer camp in NUS university 
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Swimming
     

  • Reason for Joining Project:    I care about equal opportunity and want to help children get to school safely.

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  • Why This Project Matters:  No child should have to walk barefoot to learn, and it’s a basic need, not a luxury. 
     

  • Best Shoes Owned:  My sandals

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  • If I Were a Shoe: Be the kind that quietly encourages you to take chances, because you only live once, and every step counts.

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Neha Nair

  • Hobbies & Interests:   Dancing , Biology and Music
     

  • Best Memory:   Winning first prize in School Band Competition
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Tennis
     

  • Reason for Joining Project:    To help several people in need receive proper footwear so that they feel protected, comfortable and are smiling with satisfaction.

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  • Why This Project Matters:  It is necessary for everyone to have their own footwear to be able to perform their daily activities.
     

  • Best Shoes Owned:  The sneakers my sister gifted me, because they remind me of her.

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  • If I Were a Shoe: Provide my wearer with comfort and longevity so that I can accompany them on every adventure.

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Soureesh Gundeti

  • Hobbies & Interests:   Basketball & Reading ,Automobile engineering and design
     

  • Best Memory:    Winning the sports day at school with me as captain
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Basketball
     

  • Reason for Joining Project:    To help the people in need as its our responsibility to give back to our fellow citizens
     

  • Why This Project Matters:  As every kid,adult or elder requires basic necessities such as a good pair of shoes that might play a small role in easing out their lives.
     

  • Best Shoes Owned:  I like shoes a lot and collect them so has to be Air Jordan 1's.

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  • If I Were a Shoe:  Be a stylish but sturdy reliable but radiant shoe that is accessible to people of all levels of income and put a smile on one's face just by looking at it

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Diti Parashar

  • Hobbies & Interests:   Singing , Music
     

  • Best Memory:    Winning the sports day at school with me as captain
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Badminton
     

  • Reason for Joining Project:   I want to do the Barefoot Project to help people in need and raise awareness about the importance of proper footwear and health.
     

  • Why This Project Matters: This project is important because it helps people in need while educating communities about the vital link between footwear, health, and safety.
     

  • Best Shoes Owned:  My sneakers
    because they're comfortable, durable, and are appropriate for any occasion.
     

  • If I Were a Shoe:  I would be an adaptable shoe, one that can be worn on any track and on any occasion.

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 Aiesha Bharwani

  • Hobbies & Interests:   Dancing , Design
     

  • Best Memory:   Helping someone and realizing how much it meant
     

  • Favourite Sport:   Chess
     

  • Reason for Joining Project:  Many people around the world lack shoes, putting their health, safety, and opportunities at risk. By donating shoes, we can offer protection, dignity, and hope. Small acts like this can create a powerful ripple effect, and I’m excited to be part of it.
     

  • Why This Project Matters: This project brings attention to something we often take for granted -having proper footwear. It reminds us how even the smallest things  like a pair of shoes - can make a big difference in someone’s life.
     

  • Best Shoes Owned:   A white pair of sneakers which go perfect with every outfit.
     

  • If I Were a Shoe:   I would be…. a Pair of Comfortable Slippers.

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