Lifewater and our in-country partner are bringing WASH to schools. The project will improve conditions in Oromiya through the following activities: Construct 30 wells in schools and local communities; Cap 23 fresh-water springs; Repair at least 11 damaged water supply points in schools and local communities; Construct reservoirs for 4 schools; Promote latrine construction in 40 local communities; Provide WASH training to 6,000 community members. $50,000 is still needed to complete the project.

In one country (unspecified due to security), Lifewater is helping a locally owned water filter business promote WASH and distribute filters. By 2010, approx. 150,000 men, women, and children will gain access to safe water through the distribution of 25,000 ceramic water filters. In addition, 25,000 people will learn lifesaving hygiene and sanitation skills through 40 community group trainings and 48 district-level outreach events. Latrine design and construction training will begin in Feb 2010.

Support the work of Lifewater to bring safe water, adequate sanitation, hygiene education, and the Good News of Christ to those in need. Support through this stewardship opportunity goes where the need is greatest at the time of donation.

Lifewater's initiative in Ogur and Abako implements innovative strategies to meet the unique challenges of the region. One of these strategies is engaging and empowering war-weary young men through soccer training and tournaments. A requirement for participation in the soccer program is practicing good hygiene. Gradually, these young men are becoming WASH promoters and models of change for healthy, life-saving behaviors in their communities.