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.
Samson Mmaitsi Secondary School
On a recent routine field visit to Samson Mmaitsi Secondary School, we saw and heard how the installation of their water projects a little over a year ago has helped change their school for the better. Now that water is easily available and accessible within the school compound, the school no longer has to buy water. This change has helped Samson ...
Mulwakhi Secondary School
Project implementation at Mulwakhi Secondary School has brought about a positive impact on the institution. On a recent routine field visit there, we were told how immediately after handing over the facility to the school a little over a year ago, the school has experienced tremendous improvements. This was so fulfilling to hear our hopes for this...
Viyalo Primary School
A lot has changed at Viyalo Primary School in the last year since their water, sanitation, and hygiene projects have been installed. Back then, most of the latrines were in poor condition thus posing a health hazard to the school. Initially, pupils used to carry water from their respective homes to school. The water was used for cooking and cleanin...
Shiru Primary School
When you enter the compound of Shiru Primary School today, you immediately observe improved hygiene practices. Previously, the school compound and classrooms were very dirty since there was no water to clean them. On a recent routine field visit, we saw how pupils now run to fetch clean water for drinking from their 75,000-liter rain tank and wash ...
Bishop Makarios Secondary School
It has been a little over a year since the completion of the 75,000-liter rain tank at Bishop Makarios Secondary School, and on a recent routine field visit, we got time to catch up with faculty and staff to learn how the WaSH projects have impacted their school. "Since the project was brought to us last year, I proudly say that we have indeed see...