Over 771 million people worldwide lack access to clean drinking water, and 1.7 billion live without safe sanitation (WHO/UNICEF). This crisis impacts health, education, and economic opportunity — and it’s a challenge we can solve.
Why It Matters
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Health – Dirty water spreads deadly diseases like cholera and diarrhea, killing over 800 children daily.
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Education – Girls miss school when they spend hours collecting water or lack proper toilets.
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Economy – Time lost fetching water limits work and income opportunities.
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Dignity – Clean water and sanitation restore safety, privacy, and self-respect.
How We Can End It
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Build sustainable water systems – wells, pumps, filtration, and rainwater harvesting.
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Improve sanitation and hygiene – safe toilets, handwashing facilities, and hygiene education.
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Empower communities – training locals to maintain systems for the long term.
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Work together – governments, NGOs, businesses, and individuals all have a role to play.
Key Facts About the Global Water Crisis
- 771 million people worldwide lack access to clean, safe drinking water.
- 1.7 billion people do not have access to basic sanitation facilities.
- Women and girls spend 200 million hours every day collecting water.
- Over 800 children die daily from diseases linked to unsafe water and poor sanitation.
At Safe and Clean Water International Network (SACWIN), we are committed to ending the water crisis in our lifetime. With your support, we can bring safe water, sanitation, and hygiene to every community.
💧 Together, we can make clean water a reality for all.
