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.
Sabane Primary School
Ever since the installation of their rain tank last year, students and staff and Sabane Primary School have had safe and clean water that is easily accessible in the school compound. We were told on a recent visit how cases of typhoid and diarrhea, which once ran rampant through the school population, are very minimal today. The additional latrine...
Lwanda Secondary School
"The biggest changes in the school that have been happening since the tank was constructed are evident through the improved sanitation and the proper hygiene seen all over," said Senior Teacher Mr. Lawrence Ambunya, reflecting on the water projects installed at his school a year ago. He continued to share the following story with us: "The tan...
Maluvyu Community Well
Maluvyu community members are beyond excited due to the intensive changes experienced in their lives in the year since their sand dam and hand-dug well were constructed. Water scarcity was a huge challenge for these community members in previous years. It was the norm for people to walk long distances to access a mere 20-liter jerry can of water. T...
Maluvyu Community Sand Dam
Maluvyu community members are beyond excited due to the intensive changes experienced in their lives in the year since their sand dam and hand-dug well were constructed. Water scarcity was a huge challenge for these community members in previous years. It was the norm for people to walk long distances to access a mere 20-liter jerry can of water. T...
Kamuluguywa Secondary School
Ever since the completion of their rain tank and other WaSH facilities last year, the health of students and staff at Kamuluguywa Secondary School have improved as waterborne and water-related diseases have been eradicated. Students' academic performance has also improved since students spend more time in class. This is unlike before when they wa...