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.
Matungu SDA Special School
"Before the project, we used to go to the neighbor's well for water." "We were many and, sometimes, some of the other students would start a commotion and we would get sent away." "Now, fetching water is easier. We get to fetch water whenever we like and we don't have to get chased. We are now even cleaner - the teachers have told us so." ...
Namasanda Secondary School
"We used to get water from the borehole and the spring down the hill. It wasn't a nice experience as most classes were lost during this time which made it impossible to complete the syllabus in good time." "The rain tank is is way easier and less time-consuming." "I am now a little relaxed and would sit easy as a boarder in Form 4 (I am currently...
Shibinga Primary School
"Before the rain tank, it was very difficult and the kitchen never had enough water. The water available for use at the school was dirty." "The water is now reliable, available, and clean enough for use." "I have enough time to concentrate on my studies." "Having sufficient clean water saves time we used to waste going to fetch ...
Sango Primary School
"During the dry season, we used to lack water for drinking and cooking. We would bring water from home and when it ran out, we would stay thirsty till we got back home." "We now enjoy clean drinking water. We draw water from the water tank and fill the LifeStraw containers with drinking water which saves us time and ensures drinking water is const...
Kapkemich Primary School
"The water and sanitation project at this school has meant all the positive difference in my academic success." "Back then, before the installation of the facility, pupils used to go out of school to fetch water and this would eat into our normal classes. Going to fetch water as a group led to overcrowding at the water point, forcing some of us to...