Water For People

Latin America is facing a water crisis that’s holding children back. Without reliable access to clean water, children face illness, missed school days, and difficulty concentrating. All of this means missed education and missed opportunities. For #WorldWaterDay, we're making the urgency of this water crisis a tangible experience by launching The Dehydrating Book: a first-of-its-kind story that can only be read when hydrated. Together, we can change the story for children without water. Explore more: https://lnkd.in/gpy2AWmb #TheDehydratingBook

We can't end the week without sharing some facts about the impact a lack of water and sanitation at school has on a child's education and overall development. So here are five of our most pressing ones ?? 1?? Worldwide, 447 million children do not have access to basic drinking water services at their schools. 2?? Being dehydrated by just 2% impairs performance in tasks that require attention, psychomotor, and immediate memory skills. 3?? An adequate intake of safe drinking water and appropriate health education reduces health risks among children and adolescents. 4?? Hydration positively influences cognitive ability and mood, especially among school children. 5?? Children may limit their water intake to avoid using inadequate toilets. Ready to take action? Together, we can change the story for children without water. Join us: https://lnkd.in/g-ZudFmK.

Yesterday, we launched #TheDehydratingBook Campaign to the world (and our colleagues). We shared some of the personal stories that made this campaign possible in a live panel with English and Spanish interpretation - because we're proud, excited, and grateful for the opportunity to collaborate globally! Thank you to everyone who attended yesterday's event and to all those who made this work possible, from the Water For People team in Peru to our colleagues in the Strategic Communications Team. Most importantly, thank you to the students in Palmira, Cascas, Peru, who created The Thirsty Hummingbird story. May our imagination never run dry. Help us continue changing the story for children without water in Latin America and beyond, to learn how, visit: https://lnkd.in/g-ZudFmK. To our Water For People colleagues, here's a challenge: In one word, how would you describe the latest campaign? Lauren Anderson Helen Ramos Nufio Ivan Palma Kat Leitzmann Carla Dongo Jody Debs Jennifer Gance, SPHR, PMP Kelly Latham Bailey K.Gisela Murrugarra Rosa Catalán Aura Cuc Guarcas Wellington Mitole Ben Greiner Kristine Mazzullo Eduardo Dieguez Meghan M. Prentiss Margaret Mazzarella Cesar Lopez Water For People Latinoamérica

This book needs water – just like millions of children in Latin America. Today, we are launching The Dehydrating Book: a first-of-its-kind story that can only be read when hydrated. The story within, as imagined by the students of Palmira in Peru’s Cascas Valley, is a powerful reminder that access to water is access to education, opportunity, and a brighter future. Worldwide, 447 million children don't have access to safe drinking water at their schools, leading to more illnesses, decreased cognitive performance, low focus, and absenteeism. With this book, we are making the urgency of water scarcity a tangible experience for all. #WorldWaterDay #TheDehydratingBoook?

Water should not be a luxury – it's a #Human #Right. Water For People Latinoamérica together with Nosotras have taken the first steps towards a movement that goes beyond running. "Corro por el Agua" (I Run for Water) is not just a race – it’s a call for change. Every step in this race is toward a future where no one has to sacrifice their education, health, or time for something as essential as water. Run. Impact. Transform. ???? Ajinomoto del Perú S.A., Audi Perú, Agua San Carlos, Latina, Universidad ESAN #CorroPorElAgua #WaterForPeople #Nosotras #CorreQueFluye

Tomorrow, in honor of the upcoming #WorldWaterDay, we're bringing you a new way to see the impacts of the crisis. We have special guests we can't wait for you to meet and explore with – any guesses about one of them from our picture?

Without reliable access to clean water, children face illness, missed school days, and difficulty concentrating. All of this means missed education and missed opportunities. But when water is available, their future shines brighter.

Join us for the #Uganda #Water and #Environment #Week for the #Launch of the #WASH #Indicator #Monitoring #Guide for #Uganda - a crucial step towards improving water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) service delivery. This guide provides a framework for measuring progress in WASH services across the country. ?? Venue: Ministry of Water and Environment’s Nile Boardroom ? Time: 14:00 - 17:00 ?? Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025 Together, let’s strengthen WASH monitoring for a healthier Uganda! Water For People IRCWASH UWASNET Water Resources Institute Uganda

Without water, children can’t learn. Did you know that worldwide, 447 million children lack access to basic drinking water at their school? That's more people than the entire population of the United States (333 million). This crisis is holding children back – leading to illness, missed school days, and lost opportunities. As we approach #WorldWaterDay, we're shining a light on how the global water crisis affects children. Together, we can change the story for children without water

At Water For People, we support the meaningful participation and autonomy of individuals from all backgrounds. We amplify local voices while investing in the well-being, skills, and opportunities of all. We prioritize our shared humanity by putting people first, celebrating diversity, and pursuing justice. After all, we are Water for people. This week, as we head toward #WorldWaterDay, we are excited to share a special message from a group of students in Peru with all of you. Stay tuned and watch out for our content on social media.