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.
Shihingo Community, Mulambala Spring
Life in Shihingo Community for the users of Mulambala Spring has never been the same since the spring was protected a little over a year ago. On a recent field visit there, we saw how the project beneficiaries are now accessing safe, clean drinking water free from any form of contamination. Initially, the community members had a lot of challenges ...
Erusui Girls Primary School
A recent visit to Erusui Girls Primary School a little over a year after their water and sanitation projects were first installed revealed a changed school. The school community here is now able to carry out their normal duties without needing to worry about water at their school. Pupils concentrate more in class and pay attention to every lesson ...
Imuliru Primary School
On a recent visit to Imuliru Primary School, we were happy to see how it is a very different place than it was just over a year ago when we first installed their water and sanitation projects. That is by far the best change the school has experienced over the past year is how the rate of absenteeism caused by waterborne diseases has gone down. Ava...
Shamalago Primary School
A year after the implementation process, Shamalago Primary School is in full gear. The community now enjoys the availability of clean, safe, and sufficient water for use thanks to the installation of the tank in the school's compound. There has also been an improvement on hygiene standards (both personal and environmental) as spotted during our wa...
Esibeye Secondary School
On our recent visit to Esibeye Secondary School, we saw how a lot of things have changed since we first installed their rain tank and sanitation projects a little over a year ago. First, you notice how the school has now managed to control the movement of students outside the school building - at least until evening when they are allowed to go bac...