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.
Emaka Community, Ateka Spring
Due to the protection of Ateka Spring last year, the general welfare and wellbeing of all community members have improved, reported Field Officer Joan Were after her recent visit to Emaka. Joan explained that because Emaka community members no longer have to walk long distances to access clean water for domestic use, they have more time to relax ...
Ivinzo Commuity, Mushianda Spring
Field Officer Georgina Kamau shared the following reflection from her recent visit to Mushianda Spring in Ivinzo, where she checked up on the spring and interviewed community members about the project's impact in its first year since completion: "Since water is now easy to access, the members of Mushianda Spring spend very little time collecti...
Isembe Community, Amwayi Spring
Field Officer Georgina Kamau shared the following reflection from her recent visit to Amwayi Spring in Isembe, where she checked up on the spring and interviewed community members about the project's impact in its first year since completion: "It is one thing to have access to water, and it’s another to have access to water that is safe to d...
Chegulo Community, Werabunuka Spring
The protection of Werabunuka Spring in Chegulo last year has resulted in many positive changes. People now spend a lot less time fetching water because it is so convenient. Field Officer Jacklyne Chelagat reported that her interaction with members of this community on her most recent visit there further confirmed that there is a decrease in cases...
Emachembe Community, Hosea Spring
Sanitation and hygiene standards have really improved in Emachembe since the protection of Hosea Spring last year. This is because before the project was implemented, community members used to access dirty and contaminated water from the unprotected source which affected their health due to waterborne diseases. Since Hosea Spring was protected, peo...