Overview

• At a public event in Villa Hidalgo Yalálag, Adidas legal chief Karen González acknowledged the shoe was inspired by the community’s traditional huarache and issued a formal apology.
• Company representatives and authorities signed a collaboration document committing to consult the community to prevent future misuse of indigenous designs.
• Local leaders said decisions on suspending or removing the ‘Oaxaca Slip‑On’ from sale and on monetary compensation remain under negotiation.
• Community representatives underscored that about 85 huarache‑making families rely on the craft, citing both cultural injury and economic impact.
• Federal and state cultural agencies attended and continue safeguarding actions, while designer Willy Chavarría has expressed regret over launching the model without direct collaboration.