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.
Emukangu Community, Okhaso Spring
"Before the project was completed, getting water here was a real hustle." "One, the water was not clean because of the way we used to fetch it. Two, we used to suffer a lot of struggling just to get water. This is because there was a lot of overcrowding and struggle. For me as a child, this scared me because sometimes people could even fight." "T...
Shisere Community, Francis Atema Spring
"Before the project, accessing water at this water source was so devastating." "We were forced to scoop water slowly so that it did not get dirty before one filled a jerrican; this led to time wastage." "During this period, being sick and going to the hospital due to contracting waterborne and water-related diseases such as typhoid and diarrhea w...
Kambiri Community, Sachita Spring
"Before the spring was protected, I could waste a lot of time queueing for water, thus wasting my precious time." "Since the spring was protected, my health status has improved and I am ready to concentrate on my academic work." "Since the implementation of the spring, my academic performance has improved and with that, I promise to be th...
Eshiasuli Community, Eshiasuli Spring
"I used to be scared going to the spring alone to get water because the terrain was steep and one could easily fall, especially when it rained." "The beautiful stairs that were installed during the spring protection have since made it easy for us to access the spring." "My siblings and I enjoy making several trips to the spring and back to fetch ...
Mwichina Community, Shihunwa Spring
"Before construction, we used to fetch dirty water that was contaminated. Many a time we suffered stomachaches and diarrhea whenever we drank the water before treatment." "Getting clean water now is an enjoyable experience and I enjoy making countless trips to the spring. The water is clean and thus we don't strain in going to search for clean wat...