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.
Burachu B Community, Shitende Spring
Since the protection of Shitende Spring last year, the lives of people here have greatly improved in various ways. The once-frequent trips to the hospital due to diarrhea have reduced in the past year. Community member Magdaline Okumu told us how before with her children, "a week could not end without them going to the hospital but now, even a m...
Tulun Community, 10 Tulon Road
The improvement is very much evident in the life of the community since the inception of the project. From the interview and our team's observations, the people here are very happy and are at ease because they no longer wake up early in the morning to fetch water. "It was a very big challenge to wake up very early in the morning to fetch water. I...
Mahera Community, 3 Robolla Street
The people of Mahera Community who live near the well at 3 Robolla Street are doing great a year since the water project was completed. Now, there is a reliable source of clean water for everyone here to drink. "I used to buy packaged water to drink, but after this project was completed last year I drink fresh, clean pure water for free," said Flo...
Tintafor, Fire Force
The availability of this well has completely brought positive change to people in Tintafor, said well caretaker Miatta Lansana to us during a recent visit. The huge burden of going down Banda Wharf to fetch water has been eliminated. People used to travel a mile to the source just to get water that was not even safe for drinking. Children and elde...
Ejinja Community, Anekha Spring
The lives of the people in Ejinja who use Anekha Spring have changed greatly in different ways since the spring's protection last year. When you look at hygiene, sanitation, and the way of life for these members, you will notice improvements in all of these categories. Just as the saying goes, seeing is believing, and we saw so much joy and gratitu...