Water is Basic
See the Wells!
We've created an interactive map, courtesy of Google, where you can click on the markers and see pictures of the wells that have been dug by Water is Basic. To view a larger version, click here.
The Challenge
Decades of war, poor land management and the current drought have left the people of Sudan facing a desperate water shortage. Over 70 percent of the population has no access to safe water, and only 18 percent have a toilet. Access to clean, sanitary water is needed now to curb the rate of disease and death... more
The Mission
By providing drilling equipment and training to the Sudanese, Water is Basic is seeking to empower them to develop water resources and provide a real future for their communities... more
Stay Connected!
4 ways to keep up with what we're doing:
1. Text 'WATER' to 313131. We'll send you a text message once a week or so.
2. Follow us on TWITTER to get links to news stories and info about our daily activities both in Sudan and here in the US. www.twitter.com/waterisbasic
3. Join our facebook group/cause. Search "water is basic" at facebook.com
4. Enter your name and e-mail address below to stay connected with the work of Water is Basic through e-mail newsletters.
NEWS
May 8, 2009
What You Can Do
Friends of Water is Basic,
The last few months, WiB has seen a huge increase in the number of wells that have been drilled. At present, we are at 41 wells and more are being completed every single week. This is amazing!
Water...
March 23, 2009
From Sudan
Friends,
Some people might wonder about the wisdom of a project that is completely led by locals. Can they handle the money responsibly? Will they use the equipment for their own benefit? Will they be able to come up with and...
March 16, 2009
Moving On Up
Many exciting things have been happening with Water is Basic in the past few weeks. First, we have been able to move our operations into Bor, the capital city of the Jonglei region. This is an area of great importance in Southern...