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.
Kyetonye Community Sand Dam
Kaani community members have plenty of water after their sand dam harvested volumes of water since the previously experienced rains. There has been notable improved hygiene and sanitation as the members can access water easily. Washing clothes, cleaning the latrines, and frequent showers are among the adopted behaviors observed since their sanitati...
Kyetonye Community Well
Kaani community members have plenty of water after their sand dam harvested volumes of water since the previously experienced rains. There has been notable improved hygiene and sanitation as the members can access water easily. Washing clothes, cleaning the latrines, and frequent showers are among the adopted behaviors observed since their sanitati...
Ematetie Community, Weku Spring
Field Officer Rose Serete shared the following reflection after her most recent visit to Weku Spring in Ematetie, where she went to check up on the spring and interview community members about their thoughts on the project a year since its completion. "Since the implementation of the project, cases of water-borne diseases have really reduced," Ros...
Syatu Community Sand Dam
Syatu community members are elated about the water project that was constructed in their area a year ago. The sand dam and shallow well provide water for the inhabitants of this community. The water is very fresh for drinking and the environment has improved as it is greener and serene. "Fetching water is very fun and it is available at any time o...
Syatu Community Well
Syatu community members are elated about the water project that was constructed in their area a year ago. The sand dam and shallow well provide water for the inhabitants of this community. The water is very fresh for drinking and the environment has improved as it is greener and serene. "Fetching water is very fun and it is available at any time o...