Thirst Project
What is the purpose of The Thirst Project?
The walk brings awareness to the reality that women and children spend 6-8 hours a day walking for water.
What are the three forms of water?
Solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (vapor)
Approximately how many children die every day as a result of easily preventable waterborne/diarrheal illness.
1,000
Are women or men more impacted by water scarcity?
Women
What is the average weight of water carried by a woman and child?
40 pounds
What age group primarily leads The Thirst Project’s efforts?
Young people and students
What is the “universal solvent"?
Water
What is a common disease caused by contaminated water?
Cholera (or diarrhea-related diseases)
What aspects of community development are affected by water?
Health, Education, and Economy
How many hours do women and children collectively spend walking for water every year?
40 billion hours
How does The Thirst Project raise money?
Through fundraising events like walks, campaigns, and donations
What is the freezing point of water?
32 degrees fahrenheit or 0 degrees celcius
How does clean water improve sanitation?
It allows proper hygiene, reducing the spread of disease
How does lack of water affect education?
Children, especially girls, miss school to collect water
What is the average distance to walk for water?
Four miles
Why does The Thirst Project focus on developing countries?
Because many communities lack access to clean and safe drinking water
How much of the earth’s surface is covered by water?
Approx~ 71%
How many people don’t have access to clean water?
785 million people
How does water scarcity affect economic growth?
It reduces productivity and limits job opportunities
What container is commonly used to carry water?
Jerry cans
What is the Cause of the Thirst Project?
Funds raised go towards building freshwater wells, spring protections, and sanitation systems in countries like eSwatini, India, and El Salvador
How much of the Earth's water is fresh and accessible?
Less than 1% (about 97% is salt water, and 2% is locked in ice caps).
How can the lack of water lead to lowered health?
It can lead to the spread of deadly waterborne diseases like cholera
What are the impacts of women and girls being the ones to collect water?
They lose significant time that could be used for education, jobs, or personal growth, reducing economic independence and productivity.
What is the main source of water for people who lack access?
Contaminated sources. (lakes, rivers, etc.)