Responding to Natural Disasters
RELIEF EFFORTS
When natural disasters occur in regions where we have in-country partner organizations, we work closely with them as they respond directly to needs on the ground.
When natural disasters occur in places where Lifewater International is not working (such as Haiti), we mobilize our volunteer field trainers to serve with organizations that are well-established there and have a proven track record in disaster relief.
Through their Lifewater training, field trainers have been equipped with skills to respond effectively to urgent water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) needs. They have learned how to work in settings with very little infrastructure, promote low-cost sustainable technologies, and work in partnership with local people. Many of Lifewater’s field trainers are water or health professionals by trade.
Lifewater's field trainer mobilization fund is used to help with relief and rehabilitation. Please consider giving in two ways:
- Make a five-dollar donation right now through your cell phone. Text DONATE to 85944 and reply "Yes" to the confirmation question, and five dollars will be added to your phone bill.
- Give a regular donation to Lifewater online or by check. Indicate in the comments section that you would like the money to go to the field trainer mobilization fund.
REHABILITATION & DEVELOPMENT IN HAITI
Lifewater's focus as a WASH development organization is on creating sustainable water and sanitation systems for the long-term. Lifewater is currently investigating options for contributing to sustained rehabilitation efforts after initial emergency efforts subside in Haiti. Areas where Lifewater may contribute include water treatment and sanitation for the disabled. Lifewater has worked in Haiti as recently as 2005 and will be glad to serve again in this nation when we find partners and contexts where our knowledge and resources will contribute to sustainable improvements in health and well-being.
May God bless you with a spirit of prayer, wisdom, and generosity as you respond to our world's suffering.
Note: Learn about the importance of safe water in emergency situations and the role of emergency sanitation.
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