Safe Drinking Water
An initiative in partnership with the FII Institute, Saudi Arabia, aimed at providing the essential resource of safe drinking water to 20 villages inhabited by Indigenous communities.
In the Pachipenta Block of Parvathipuram Manyam District, Indigenous villages face severe health challenges due to inadequate access to safe drinking water. A baseline survey revealed that current facilities are insufficient and often contaminated, exacerbating health risks and contributing to poor sanitation. Community feedback underscored the need for targeted interventions to ensure access to safe drinking water and foster a culture of hygiene, aiming to significantly enhance health and well-being in these vulnerable communities.
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Impact
The primary goal of this project is to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous communities by ensuring access to safe drinking water. Through the installation of community water filters at the village level, the project aims to mitigate the risks associated with consuming contaminated water sources. Additionally, the project seeks to raise awareness about health and sanitation to foster hygiene and disease prevention, while also promoting community participation and creating social and economic opportunities to strengthen overall resilience and development.
Impact
Kalajatha folk art captivated over 700 villagers across 20 communities, raising awareness about safe drinking water and hygiene practices.
Through these vibrant performances, Kalajatha bridged literacy gaps and sparked dialogue on water safety and filter maintenance, fostering a sense of ownership. The cultural resonance of Kalajatha effectively promoted water safety awareness. Concurrent water quality assessments revealed microbial contaminants in over half the samples, underscoring the need for immediate action. This critical finding led to the procurement of 100 advanced water filters—75 for individual households and 25 for community filters. The installation and distribution of these filters have been completed, significantly enhancing access to safe drinking water.
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