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.
Improved Hygiene and Learning Made Possible with Water!
Fifteen-year-old Glaydia recalled what life was like in the Shirugu Community before her community’s spring was protected last year. "It is a true testimony that I faced lots of challenges as evidenced by the time wastage when I had to [endure] long queues [while] fetching water at this particular source. The water at this source was infested ...
Thanks to Clean Water Stella has Time for Studying and Playing!
Stella, 12, recalled what life was like in the Emulama Community before her community’s spring was protected last year. "I once fell ill from diarrhea after consuming water from this spring. It was very difficult for me since I had to miss classes the whole week. The water was mostly contaminated because it was open even to animals," Stella sh...
Clean Water Access Brings Joy to Regan!
Regan, 15, recalled what life was like in the Mawanyi Community before his community's spring was protected last year. "Initially, the water source was surrounded by bushes, which was scary during [the] collection of water. I used to carry [a] few containers, which was time-wasting. Water got contaminated due to [the] frequent fetching. This was...
A Year Later: Time to Study and Dream!
Nine-year-old Wayne recalled what life was like in the Shihome Community before his community’s spring was protected last year. “The spring was dirty, broken, and lacked stairs for accessibility. Accessibility was a bit difficult; water was escaping through [the] walls. It was difficult to fetch water barefoot because the collection [area] w...
A Year Later: Plenty of Water for All!
Sarah, 12, recalled what life was like in the Makhwabuye Community before her community’s spring was protected last year. “My parents could not allow me to go fetch water because of the long queues.Thus I could not manage to wash my uniform every day,” said Sarah. Collecting water is now simpler and faster for Sarah and the other co...