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.
Ngeny Barak Community, Ngeny Barak Spring
"Before this spring was protected, we used to drink bad water which was a struggle to fetch since the collection area was slippery and unstable to fetch water." "The structure now looks very good and long-lasting. Water from the source is clear, clean, and safe for me to drink with confidence knowing that there is no contamination." "I do...
Mukangu Community, Lihungu Spring
"Fetching water here was once difficult for me because it involved stepping in water for you to fetch it." "The water being muddy was my greatest worry when it came to fetching water." "More so, you took a lot of time filling the container using a smaller one." "Now, getting water has been made easier because you only need to place your containe...
Shitsuvio Community, Shihevi Spring
"Before the spring was protected, it was difficult and we were straining so much to get water from the point." "We used to fall and break jerrycans whenever we were sent to fetch water." "Now, getting water from this point is so easy and convenient." "I can even go there and get water in the morning and still make it to school on time." ...
Lukova Community, Wasike Spring
"Before the project, the area around the spring was bushy and I was scared to go to the spring alone. I would waste a lot of time at the spring." "Today we are happy and I have enough time to do my homework and revise my schoolwork. This has made my performance improve and I also have time to spend with my friends." "I also have ...
Shihingo Community, Mangweli Spring
"It was very hard to draw water from this spring before implementation. The pool of water was very risky for young kids." "The place was very slippery and because the wood offcuts placed for stepping when drawing at times became rotten and could easily make one fall into the water pool without one's consent." "It is easy to get water because even...