A Year Later: Positive Impacts and a Brighter Future!

Salome, 16, recalled what life was like in the Misimo Community before her community's spring was protected last year.

"The situation here was very pathetic. I could not see life in this water source. Each morning, I had to wake up very early to fetch water before other people. This was due to congestion that made me be in this state so that I would avoid fetching contaminated water because people could scrum for water and make it turn its color. When they get in to fetch water, its color would turn brown. Standing in water wasn't safe for me and other people in the community because it was not proper hygiene and was not safe for health purposes," said Salome.

Collecting water is now much easier for Salome and the other community members in Misimo.

"Fetching water from this water point is no longer difficult. The access is easy. Collecting water through the pipes is enjoyable and makes work easier, which saves on time management. This water point has impacted my life in a positive way. [A] great thing I have achieved is being top ten in my class and finishing my homework. Besides that, my class teachers have appreciated me for improving hygiene," said Salome.

Having ready access to water from the spring has made a difference for Salome, allowing her time to work on her dreams for a brighter future.

"This water point has really enabled me to get more time on studies. Through this, my greatest aim is to ensure that I succeed and fulfill my dream of being a nurse and help others within the community," said Salome.

Salome fetching water from the protected spring.

Right now, there are others in neighboring communities that desperately need safe water access. Your support will immediately go to work to provide a clean water project - and we can't wait to introduce you to the next person you'll help.