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.
A Year Later: "The Pressure of Looking for Water Reduced..."
Elisha, 12, recalled what life was like in Byerima Community before his community's well was installed last year. "I used to fetch water from a water point which was very far, about 2kms (1.2 miles)," said Elisha. Elisha also shared that he would get tired and sometimes feel chest pain because of carrying heavy jerrycans for a long distance. ...
A Year Later: "We are happy because we [are] strong and healthy because of the safe drinking water."
Foday Kargbo, 64, recalled what life was like in Kenkelie before his community’s well was implemented last year. "I am here to say thank you for your help by providing safe drinking water. We were suffering from so many sicknesses which we got from [the] water we drank in past years. We dug a small pit down the valley where the women usually g...
A Year Later: A More Comfortable Learning Environment!
Mary K., recalled what life was like at Syunoo Primary School before her school’s rain tank was installed last year. "The rampant water-scarcity within the school was exasperating and made life unbearable. For instance, meals could delay and we often resumed our classes on empty stomachs. My back and legs also grew sore because of carrying wat...
A Year Later: Enough Time to Play and Study!
Elizabeth G., 10, recalled what life was like in Lusumua Community 2 before her community’s spring was protected last year. "We used to overcrowd at the water point and struggle to have clean water which you will find yourself have spent the all day collecting water and neglect other house chores," Elizabeth said. But life is much simpler f...
A Year Later: Clean Water Improves Self-Esteem!
Mildred I., 17, recalled what life was like in Mang'uliro Community before her community's spring was protected last year. "The spring was like a pond; we used tins to draw water. Stormwater used to make the water dirty. When it rained, we had to wait for some time so that we could get water. The stormwater was controlled during construction, an...