đźšż The Clean Water Crisis in Sri Lanka
In many parts of rural Sri Lanka, communities still depend on polluted rivers, aging wells, and seasonal rain for drinking water. Without clean water and proper toilets, families face daily health risks—especially children.
Nearth is working to change that—one village at a time.
đź’§ Our Approach to Water & Sanitation
We take a community-first approach that includes:
- Installing gravity-fed water systems and tube wells
- Distributing low-cost water filters to households
- Building hygienic toilets and washing stations for schools
- Running awareness programs on personal hygiene and menstrual health
With local volunteers and engineers, we ensure long-term sustainability and community ownership.
🧼 Hygiene is Health
Access to clean water isn’t just about drinking. It’s also essential for:
- Washing hands to prevent the spread of disease
- Ensuring dignity and safety for women and girls
- Allowing children to focus in school instead of walking miles for water
Our recent project in Medirigiriya delivered safe water access to 38 households and a village school, cutting water-borne illnesses by 60%.
📸 Real Impact
“Before, my children had frequent stomach problems. Now with the new filter, we feel safe.”
— Samanthi, Mother of 3, Puttalam
“This toilet helps our girls stay in school, especially during their periods.”
— Mr. Jayasena, School Principal, Kurunegala
đźš° Our Projects in Action
- đźšż Kadawatha: Installation of a 2,000-liter overhead tank and pipe network
- 🧼 Kilinochchi: Water filters distributed to 70 households
- đźš» Matale: Sanitary toilets and handwashing units at 2 rural schools
🤝 How You Can Help
- Donate a family water filter: LKR 4,000
- Sponsor a school sanitation unit: LKR 50,000
- Volunteer for our upcoming field visits
Every rupee helps deliver dignity and life-saving water access.
đź’¬ Final Thoughts
Water is life—but for thousands in Sri Lanka, it’s still a daily struggle. By supporting clean water and sanitation, you’re not just preventing disease—you’re creating a future filled with hope, dignity, and health.
🧡 Join Nearth in making clean water a right, not a privilege.