Water Matters

The latest on our work and those supporting it



What Would John Snow Do? (No, Not That Jon Snow)


Wednesday, May 28th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

Discover how a 19th-century doctor helped shape modern water safety—and how The Water Project carries his legacy forward to fight today’s global water crisis.

 

Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025: When a Girl Misses School Every Month


Tuesday, May 27th, 2025by Olivia Chebet

Every year, the world celebrates Menstrual Hygiene Day to raise awareness of women’s and girls’ abilities to stay clean, safe, and in school during their menstrual periods.

 

Mother’s Day 2025: Maureen’s Transformation in Her Own Words


Tuesday, May 6th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

This Mother’s Day, we honor the fierce and tender love of mothers like Maureen.

 

The Nurses Who Heal — and the Water That Helps Them Do It


Wednesday, April 30th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

This National Nurses Week, we’re sharing with you the strength of one dedicated nurse who still faces water scarcity every day.

 

The Economic Impacts of Drought on Rural Communities


Friday, March 21st, 2025by Jamie Heminway

Drought impacts people all over the world. But where we work in Southeast Kenya, its effects — particularly, the economic effects — are devastating.

 

Understanding Drought in Southeast Kenya: Causes and Effects


Wednesday, March 5th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

Drought can affect any region, but in our service areas, nowhere feels it more deeply than Southeast Kenya. The rains don’t always come when they should here.

 

Doreen’s Story 


Tuesday, February 25th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

Doreen is trapped. The rain stopped coming months ago. Her rainwater containers have been dry ever since. And with it being so dry, only one option remains.

 

Water and Justice: Why a Just Transition Must Start with Clean Water


Thursday, February 20th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

World Day of Social Justice calls attention to the need for fairness and equity. Everyone who lacks access to water has been unjustly left behind — and every water project is a step toward equity.

 

Random Acts of Kindness Day: The Psychological Benefits of Clean Water


Monday, February 17th, 2025by Jamie Heminway

When we think of Random Acts of Kindness Day, we often picture small gestures. But kindness can also mean a life-changing gift — like providing clean, safe water.

 

Stories from the Front Lines: Lacking Water is Painful


Tuesday, February 11th, 2025by Jacklyne Chelagat

For Jackie and Olivia, documenting the impact of water access is part of their daily work. But the stories they encounter still affect them personally.