2.2 BILLION PEOPLE – 1 IN 4 – AROUND THE WORLD LACK SAFELY MANAGED DRINKING WATER
BE THE DROP THAT CREATES RIPPLES OF CHANGE.
IT ALL STARTS WITH WATER
In drought stricken regions like Samburu, clean water is more than a basic need - it’s the foundation for every community. From health and education, to women’s rights, economic opportunity and agriculture, every drop fuels progress. As we celebrate 20 years of The Samburu Project, we turn our focus to the communities at the heart of this work. Every well represents collaboration - between Samburu leaders, local partners, and supporters around the world. From our very first well, still flowing today, to the many that followed, this work proves that lasting change is built together, over time.
HEALTH
Access to clean water reduces the spread of diseases, decreases rates of diarrhea, and improves community health. We build on this foundation by coordinating hygiene and sanitation workshops, building hand washing stations, installing pit latrines, and facilitating menstrual hygiene programs.
EMPOWERMENT
Eliminating a long walk for water gives women the gift of time. Time for income generation, education, and ultimately a path out of poverty. Our Samburu Sister’s workshops help women utilize this newfound time to learn about their rights under the Kenyan law, the risks of FGM, and more.
EDUCATION
Access to clean water doubles the number of girls in the classroom, improves students' grades, and helps teachers. To further this impact, TSP builds new classrooms and dormitories, funds school supplies, facilitates mentorship programs, and provides scholarships for girls in need.
GROWTH
With clean water, agricultural growth becomes possible for this traditionally pastoralist community. From sack gardens to school gardens, The Samburu Project works with local partners to help expand agricultural opportunity, improving both nutrition and income generation.
