A Challenge to Address the World Water Crisis – not just in Africa
Posted on September 23rd, 2009.
In response to an article in The Huffington Post by Jonathan Greenblatt: Bigger Than Africa:
“…there is an issue even bigger than Africa that demands our attention: the global water and sanitation crisis. Though many do not realize it, almost two-thirds of the people without access to clean water live outside of Africa. And the number of those in India without improved sanitation is nearly double those in Africa.”
“What is the initiative that will engage citizenry around the world and mobilize our generation? “
There are a bunch of organizations out there doing great work. It will take all of them AND more to get the job done. With one child dying from bad water every 15 seconds, time is of the essence.
If it only takes $7.77 to give one child in India clean water. The only worthwhile consideration should be when do we start?
It is easier than ever to make a difference. It starts with one.
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Agreed. It’s pretty astonishing how little it costs to provide something that is so crucial to our survival. It makes the over-consumption of water in wealthier countries downright sinful.
Also agree on the idea that “it will take all of them AND more to get the job done.” Over here at Summit on the Summit, we’re gearing up for a big campaign to raise awareness for water issues and raise money to buy clean water for those who need it.