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.
Sambuli Community, Nechesa Spring
"It used to be difficult to get water from the unprotected spring since the terrain was steep and slippery, especially after rain." "The water was contaminated, but, since we didn't have an alternative source, we used to consume it." "Now, my siblings and I like making several trips to the protected spring because it is easily accessible, the wat...
Ibinzo Community, Lucia Spring
"Before protection, the spring was too open - even dogs could drink from it, thus exposing it to contamination. Everyone could come and dip their dirty containers inside the spring water." "Since the protection of the spring, we no longer have diarrhea and we don't queue at the spring to draw water." "When you look around the spring, my parents h...
Burachu B Community, Namukhuvichi Spring
"Before, coming to the spring to get water was very difficult because I was not able to get clean water. Most of the time, the water was dirty due to its openness, and we had no clear access." "It was easy to fall in the water because we used to stand on a stone to fetch. If you slid even a bit, you found yourself in the pool of water which got di...
Imbinga Community, Arunga Spring
"The hole where we used to scoop water was so big and I was always afraid of fetching water, especially during the rainy season as it normally got slippery." "Now, I can fetch water any time without fear." "It's now very easy and enjoyable to fetch water." "I thank God that as a result of the spring, my mother has planted greens that she...
Shihungu Community, Shihungu Spring
"Before the project, it was not safe for us to fetch water at the spring because it was so bushy and scary to come alone unless being accompanied by a parent." "It also took a long time to fetch water because of people crowding at the spring." "Now, it is easy and fast to fetch water from the spring and we do not fear coming alone. Now, our paren...