The latest on our work and those supporting it
Catherine’s Rise to Woman Leader – Thanks to Water
A Day in the Life: Mapping Water Points in Sierra Leone
The Water Project strives to bring water to those who need it most, and the first step is to figure out where the need is. But the process of collecting that information isn’t as straightforward as you might think. In a wealthier country, if you wanted to conduct a survey asking who has access to […]
Dreams of College and Careers: Why Water is Essential to Women’s Equality
Saturday, August 26th was National Women’s Equality Day in the United States — a holiday created in 1973 to commemorate women’s right to vote. In the United States, women’s equality has made great strides, but there are still ways in which women are at a disadvantage. All inequality is worth addressing, of course. But it’s […]
But What About the Teachers? How the Water Crisis Endangers Everyone at a School
When we build water projects at schools, our instinct is always to talk about the students. But with going back to school at the top of everyone’s minds, we’re taking a moment to appreciate the teachers behind the water crisis. They deserve recognition for educating their students despite the odds stacked against them. Where we […]
Dedicated Donors: Julie Transformed Her Curiosity About the World into a Force for Good
Making Waves: How Access to Water Powers Education
Last week, we published a blog explaining why it’s so hard to become educated in sub-Saharan Africa. This week, we’re back to show how adequate water, hygiene, and sanitation on school grounds can address these issues that cause almost a third of children in sub-Saharan Africa to drop out before they finish primary school. The […]
Why Becoming Educated is Hard in Sub-Saharan Africa – Especially for Girls
Here in the United States, late summer is the time of year when kids and parents alike start thinking about heading back to school. In the U.S., the process involves kids getting supplies, meeting teachers, and maybe even scouting the trendiest outfits. It’s unlikely that any U.S. parents are worried about whether the kids will […]
The Power of Collaboration in Research: Unveiling New Insights
Introduction: In our continuous pursuit of knowledge and improvement, The Water Project (TWP) has long relied on quarterly monitoring surveys to gather data on our water points. However, we recently embarked on a new venture by incorporating qualitative research for the first time. Our main goal was to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges […]
People, Places, and Puddles: Our Approach to Increasing Water Coverage
Let’s say you’re a school-aged child in sub-Saharan Africa (hypothetically). You don’t have piped water at home. The Water Project has just visited your community and installed a new water point, where someone comes regularly to test the water and ensure it’s safe to drink. Under the best circumstances, the water source never goes dry, […]
Dedicated Donors: Brigitta and Her Family Have Changed Lives Since 2014!
We have a special relationship with our donors. Working together to solve the water crisis helps you learn a lot about someone: hobbies, interests, and passion projects, especially. As they learn about our work and how they can help move it forward, so too do we learn about them. It’s a mutual give-and-take that often […]
