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.
Namakoye Primary School
"We used to walk long distances searching for water. This was time-wasting and we would also get tired and lack concentration during classes." "Since the installment of the rain tank, we have enough water to clean our classrooms and toilets, and we always have our lunch on time due to the availability of water in the school." "Wi...
Immaculate Heart Secondary School
"Before the installation of the rain tank, getting water was quite a challenge." "As students, we would deliberately absent ourselves so that we were not sent to fetch water." "Poor health that arose as a result of consuming dirty water led to the contraction of water-related diseases that deteriorated the health of students, causing them to miss...
Esibila Secondary School
"Being requested to carry water from home was a challenge to the students." "Early each morning, one was able to spot students carrying water to school. And for those who were not able to carry water, they would be severely punished by the teacher on duty and this did encourage high cases of absenteeism." "Since the installment of the rai...
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...