The latest on our work and those supporting it
Why Do People Live Where Water Isn’t Available?
Why don’t people in water-scarce regions “just move”? The real story is far more human — and far more hopeful — than most people realize.
The Four-Hour Walk Stealing Beatrice’s Childhood
Beatrice spends four hours a day fetching water. Her story shows what’s at stake—and what a new water source could make possible.
Muvai’s Story: A Mother’s Long Walk for Water in Kenya
Clean water miles away, or contaminated water within reach? Muvai’s impossible “choice” reveals the real cost of water scarcity for moms like her.
Mother’s Day 2025: Maureen’s Transformation in Her Own Words
The Economic Impacts of Drought on Rural Communities
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
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
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
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.
The Water Crisis, Explained at Five Levels
Donors have asked us for tips on explaining the water crisis to their children. After all, we’ve seen kids do absolutely amazing things to combat water inequality, and we know how powerful their voices can be in swaying their friends, parents, and teachers to join the fight against the water crisis. Upon beginning The Water […]
Human Rights Day Through the Lens of Water Access
Human Rights Day, celebrated on December 10, honors the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. What role does water play in human rights?