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.
Musango Community, Dawi Spring
A little over a year since Dawi Spring was protected, on a recent field visit we saw and heard how its protection has brought cohesion among Musango community members. Before Dawi Spring was protected, community members often had disagreements over who could access water and if that would change once the spring was protected. After implementing th...
Shilakaya Community, Shanamwevo Spring
Implementation of the WaSH projects at Shilakaya Village has brought tremendous positive results in this community. On our most recent visit here, just like all of our previous visits, the warm welcome we received from this community is a clear indication of the satisfaction received from the project. The great energy and vigor individuals possess ...
Itukhula Community, Lipala Spring
Life for Itukhula community members who use Lipala Spring has improved over the last year, evidenced most significantly by the decrease in the number of waterborne diseases among villagers. Lipala Spring has created job opportunities through the use of its water, and community members are practicing good hygiene by being very careful to wash their ...
Shihingo Community, Mulambala Spring
Life in Shihingo Community for the users of Mulambala Spring has never been the same since the spring was protected a little over a year ago. On a recent field visit there, we saw how the project beneficiaries are now accessing safe, clean drinking water free from any form of contamination. Initially, the community members had a lot of challenges ...
Erusui Girls Primary School
A recent visit to Erusui Girls Primary School a little over a year after their water and sanitation projects were first installed revealed a changed school. The school community here is now able to carry out their normal duties without needing to worry about water at their school. Pupils concentrate more in class and pay attention to every lesson ...