Tag: World Water Day

Cleaning up the rivers of the world

November 29, 2017

By the Water & Sanitation Rotarian Action Group (WASRAG)  Today, 1.8 billion people use a source of drinking water contaminated with feces, putting them at risk of contracting cholera, dysentery, typhoid and polio. In 1993, the United Nations General Assembly officially designated 22 March as World Water Day. This annual day is coordinated by UN-Water … More Cleaning up the rivers of the world

Take the plunge, it’s World Water Day!

March 22, 2016

By Rebeca Mendoza, Rotary International Regional Grants Officer Today, World Water Day, is dedicated to learning more about water related issues, sharing our individual stories and projects, and taking action to make a difference. Nearly 1.5 billion people work in water related sectors and nearly all jobs depend on the safe delivery of water. The … More Take the plunge, it’s World Water Day!

Dive into action: it’s World Water Day!

March 22, 2014

By Ellina Kushnir, Rotary Programs staff Every 22 March, World Water Day, clubs around the world join the global community to reaffirm our commitment to improving access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene. This year, the United Nations urges us to undertake initiatives that address inadequate access to safe drinking water, proper sanitation, sufficient food, … More Dive into action: it’s World Water Day!