A Year Later: "We Enjoy Coming to This Water Point!"

Susan I., 15, recalled what life was like in Iyala Community before her community’s spring was protected last year.

"Fetching water was difficult, especially when it rained. There was water everywhere [in] this place. The source was open, and we fetched using tins. Everyone carried his tin from home, so some were dirty. Some people could wash dirty containers from the source and contaminate the water," said Susan.

But life is much simpler for Susan and the other community members in Iyala now.

"We enjoy coming to this water point. There is a lot of water flowing, so it takes [very] little time to fetch water. [There is] no room for contamination unlike before [when] the water was open for contamination," Susan said.

Having ready access to water from the protected spring has made a difference for Susan, allowing her more time to do other important things.

"We are able to access water within [the] shortest time. This water helps us to continue with our sanitation activities effectively. The water is clean and cold for drinking and is very safe, so I believe our health condition has improved," concluded Susan.

Thank you for helping Susan access clean water and improve her hygiene and sanitation.

Right now, there are others just like her 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.

Susan (wearing black) with other students at the protected spring.