Clean Water Helped Parvin Gain Time for Fun!

Last year, your gift unlocked the potential for a brighter future for Parvin. Since then, he and the Kityedo Community of 350 residents have had clean, reliable water. Your contribution has made a significant impact. Thank you for making a difference!

"The water is now always clean, unlike before when we often collected dirty water," declared Parvin.

Before the Well Installation

Like many in Uganda, 8-year-old Parvin is responsible for collecting water to meet daily water needs. Before last year’s water intervention, this task stole his time and negatively affected him.

The previous water source.

Drinking the water caused severe consequences. Many in the community suffered from waterborne diseases that created health problems, affecting their daily lives. Limited accessibility also meant people wasted time collecting sufficient water to meet their needs. The difficult journey to collect water sapped their physical and emotional energy, creating roadblocks. For Parvin, in particular, it lessened his ability to stay healthy.

"I used to face many challenges due to the long distance I had to travel to fetch water. The journey was exhausting and took up a lot of my time. It was also unsafe because the open well was located in the bush, where I often encountered wild animals. This made collecting water a stressful and risky task," recalled Parvin.

Since the Well Installation

Your generous gift last year was much more than a simple donation; it was a powerful statement about your commitment to this community and Pavin’s future. By supporting the water solution, you made clean water an everyday reality, fostering hope for a brighter future.

Parvin at the well collecting water.

Reliable and clean water lays the groundwork for improved health, education, and economic possibilities, allowing people to thrive. We frequently hear from those we interview that "water is life!"

"Having access to clean water has greatly simplified daily chores and improved overall hygiene. I can now wear clean clothes regularly," Parvin said.

The Future is Looking Bright!

A year ago, you made a difference for Parvin and his community. This is just the first chapter of their story as access to clean water continues to improve their lives!

At The Water Project, we value sustainability and want to ensure that people continue to thrive. We commit to monitoring this project to ensure the water is always flowing and safe to consume. We inspect system hardware, monitor water availability, conduct sanitary inspections, and collect water-quality samples to identify risks. We work with our on-the-ground team to resolve them.

You gave Parvin a crucial tool for achieving his dreams: access to clean water. Together, we can excitedly expect that with this precious resource, his enthusiasm and courage will help fulfill his dreams.

"My performance has improved because I no longer spend excessive time collecting water. Having quick access to water allows me to focus more on my work and daily responsibilities. I can now read my books more thoroughly and focus better on my studies. I have enough time to play and enjoy with my friends, which makes my days more fun and balanced," celebrated Parvin.