This project has been completed under the direction of Peace Corps Volunteer Emma Griffis. To read about the beginning of the project, CLICK HERE. The project was to upgrade the facilities at the Sofievka Professional Lyceum, including providing an additional toilet, two sinks, and a shower on the residential floor. Emma reports: Sofievka Professional Lyceum […]
This project was completed under the direction of Peace Corps Volunteer Suzanne Brewer. To read about the beginning of the project, CLICK HERE. The project was to repair the pump of the main well in Ker Ngornyan by repairing the broken parts. Suzanne reports: The repairs to the pump in Ker Ngornyan were completed. Several […]
This project has been completed under the direction of Peace Corps Volunteer Kyle Borley. To read about the beginning of the project, CLICK HERE. The project was to install a 400-liter water storage tank, water filtration system, pump, and drinking fountain at the school. Kyle reports: The project for the Barinkovka Secondary School (Ukraine) has […]
Location Wallalan, Upper Badibu District, North Bank Region Community Description Wallalan is located in the Upper Badibu District of the North Bank Region of The Gambia. The village is 2 km by a dirt road from the paved road which leads to Farafenni, about 10 km away. Wallalan is a small village of 23 compounds, […]
This project has been completed under the direction of Peace Corps Volunteer Cassandra Philp. To read about the beginning of the project, CLICK HERE. The project was to rebuild a bathroom to accommodate the needs of the Shelter Plus facility. Cassandra reports: A new toilet, urinal, and washstand were connected with all new piping leading […]
This project has been completed under the direction of Peace Corps Volunteer Avery Karlowich. To read about the beginning of the project, CLICK HERE. The project was to repair the underground piping system, improve the water collection system, and connect the water source to above-ground spigots in the Manyagiro sector. Avery reports: I would like […]
This project has been completed under the direction of Peace Corps Volunteer Frieda von Qualen. To read about the beginning of the project, CLICK HERE. The project was to build two public bathrooms (each bathroom having a men’s and a women’s room), for the use of the entire community. Frieda reports that the municipality completed […]
Location Caserío Retirito, Cantón Honduritas, Municipio Nueva Esparta, Departamento La Unión, El Salvador Community Description Retirito is a small community (caserío) of about 200 square kilometers within the larger pueblo of Nueva Esparta, which is located in the Department of La Unión in the northeastern section of El Salvador. The climate is very hot and […]
This project has been completed under the direction of Peace Corps Volunteer Jarod Ring. To read about the beginning of the project, CLICK HERE. The project was to build a rainwater catchment and water storage system at the Gasanane Primary School. Jarod Reports: The original idea I had for the project with the funds available […]
The earthquake and tsunami in Japan on March 13, 2011 caused widespread devastation. More than 10,000 people died, 40,000 people were evacuated, 90,000 buildings were damaged, 850,000 people were left without electricity and water, and 300,000 people were living in shelters. Although Water Charity’s main mission is sustainable development, when a disaster of this magnitude […]