Stories from the Field
As we work to provide water, we're committed to helping people like you meet your global neighbors and to realize that we all share the same basic needs. We hope to break down stereotypes and the false distinctions between the so-called winners and losers, rich and poor, the needy and charitable, by introducing you to the people we serve with the respect and admiration they rightfully deserve.
These are stories of hope, told in the words of those who carry out this work every day - our friends in the field.
St. John Cheptech Secondary School
"Since the tank was constructed, our students no longer waste class time going to the river to fetch water. The queues at the latrines have also reduced. Our latrines were almost full and on the verge of collapsing. We are grateful that you came to salvage the pathetic condition of the school," said Teacher Mr. Alexander Idache of St. John Chept...
Bumuyange Primary School
Much has changed at Bumuyange Primary School since the installation of their WaSH facilities last year. On a recent visit, we heard from students and staff how the pupils are now healthier, which means they attend school much more regularly and get better grades overall. Due to the hygiene behavior change, they are much more likely to complete scho...
Shihalia Primary School
At Shihalia Primary School, after receiving their WaSH facilities last year things have really changed for the better. Initially, the pupils at the school used to bring water from an off-site spring. They wasted a lot of valuable time looking for water that was meant for studies. General cleanliness, on the other hand, was not an easy task because...
Gemeni Salvation Primary School
"Before the project implementation, the pupils experienced a severe challenge of sanitation facilities. Most of them were afraid to use the log-floored latrines because they were on the verge of collapsing and they opted for open defecation," reflected Mr. Jack Wegulo, a teacher at Gemeni Salvation Primary School. W...
Isulu Primary School
It has now been a year since the installation of the WaSH projects at Isulu Primary School. From a recent field visit, we heard the following story from our Field Officer Mary Afandi: "When I [first] came to Isulu Primary School they had no water and enough latrines. Most of the latrines were in poor condition, thus posing as [a] hazard to the...