WATER IS OUR RIGHT CLEAN WATER PROGRAM
The Sonder Project
WATER IS OUR RIGHT CLEAN WATER PROGRAM
Clean water is the cornerstone of progress in the rural communities where we work . Clean water safeguards health , fuels education , and propels economic activities . It irrigates fields , ensures proper hygiene , and brings harmony to families and communities .
Last year was pivotal for our well drilling program , as we pushed to create greater sustainability for wells in our partner communities , challenged ourselves to construct wells in more difficult environments , and even built an entire water distribution system at a secondary school ! Here are a few highlights :
• Well # 50 - Drilled for a primary school in Malawi , this well represents our long-term commitment to the importance of clean water , and was dedicated in honor of 360 Blue , one of our Founding Partners . It was funded through the contributions of employees from both 360 Blue and Key Data who contribute 1 % of their salaries to The Sonder Project .
• Our 1st Comprehensive Water System - Previously , Chayamba Secondary School , and its 600 + students and teachers , suffered from an inconsistent water supply and constant shut-offs . Now , clean water will be efficiently pumped to the school ’ s dormitories , kitchen , bathrooms , classrooms , and teacher ’ s houses . Such systems are not always practical in rural communities , but they can have a huge impact on education in school settings .
• Community Training - We continue to enhance community ownership of the wells we drill by organizing training sessions where community members learn the basics of well mechanics through hands-on guidance from dedicated , local mechanics . Now , community members are equipped to independently troubleshoot common issues and ensure the proper maintenance and smooth functioning of the well pumps without dependency on external assistance .
We closed the year with 12 new deep-water wells , including the well for the water system , impacting over 6,300 people with improved health , more livelihood opportunities , and a newfound sense of harmony within communities and families .
Clean water is the foundation of the sustainable development pyramid , creating opportunities for students to excel in school , parents to earn more income , and more productive agricultural cultivation , all leading to long-term economic growth in communities !
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