World Water Month BWHS UNICEF Club Meeting 3/9/18 Officers: Riya Verma, Sneha Gonuguntla, Sahil Gullapalli, and Smruti Shah

The Problem Globally, waterborne illnesses are a leading cause of death for children under the age of five, killing nearly 1,000 children every day. Children without access to safe water are more likely to die in infancy - and throughout childhood - from diseases caused by waterborne bacteria, to which their small bodies are more vulnerable. Thirst itself kills children and jeopardizes their futures. And beyond health, a lack of safe water and sanitation exposes children to other threats. Many children in drought-affected areas spend hours every day collecting water, missing out on a chance to go to school.

What UNICEF Has Done UNICEF works in more than 100 countries to improve access to safe water and sanitation facilities by restoring access to clean water after a disaster or promoting safe hygiene practices in schools and communities. The UNICEF Tap Project has benefited more than a half million people over 10 years by challenging supporters to drive awareness about global water issues - and raising critical funds for UNICEF’S WASH programs that reach those in need.

Effects of Climate Change Since 1990, with the help of UNICEF and its partners, over 2.6 billion people have gained access to safe drinking water. Yet climate change threatens to undo much of this progress. By 2040, 1 in 4 children - 600 million children - will live in areas of extremely high water stress. The effects of climate change intensify all these risks by reducing the quantity and quality of water.

Preventing the Crisis Governments need to start planning for changes in water availability and demand in the future. Climate risks must be integrated into water and sanitation policies and services. Businesses also play a role – supporting communities in preventing contamination and depletion of safe water sources. Communities themselves should explore ways to diversify water sources while increasing their capacity to store water safely.

Some Specific Examples PERU: A simple solution to waterborne illness Although the world's largest river flows through the Loreto region of Peru, safe water there is limited. A UNICEF-supported health center is providing oral rehydration salts - a low-cost solution that can prevent 93% of deaths from diarrhea. Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGpyD1maXqc LIBERIA: A vital weapon in the fight against Ebola Look inside an Ebola treatment center where UNICEF is delivering lifesaving water and sanitation. Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUwlQcg0lnE

Future BWHS UNICEF Club Officers Secretary: Responsible for logging attendance and remind Treasurer: Responsible for UNICEF Club funds and T-Shirt orders and managing fundraisers

Future BWHS UNICEF Club Officers There are two questions that you have to answer with a paragraph each It’s a great way to help create a change, show leadership, and help others The application will be emailed out soon/available on our website Turn in your application by emailing it to bwunicef@gmail.com Application is by due next meeting (April 13th)

Upcoming Events Chipotle Fundraiser: Yukon Drive Chipotle (Sunday, April 15th, 4 PM - 8 PM) Panera Fundraiser: Greenway Corporate Drive Panera (Thursday, May 24th, 4 PM - 8 PM Mention BWHS UNICEF Club to the cashier while paying - Each Receipt = 1 Volunteer Service Hour - Send a photo of the receipt to bwunicef@gmail.com (make sure time/date are visible) - You can write your name at the top of your receipt and turn it in at the next meeting Make sure to mention the fundraiser to friends, family, or even share via social media.

Ongoing Events Free Rice: 1,500 rice grains = 1 Volunteer Service Hour Email us a screenshot showing your username and total rice grains Limit of 2 hours per semester UNICEF Math: $30 = 1 Volunteer Service Hour Answer simple math problems to raise money for UNICEF Education MORE EVENTS CAN BE FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE: (www.briarwoodsunicef.weebly.com/events)

Volunteer Service Hours UNICEF Club Attendance Requirement: 4 more hours by our last meeting of the school year (May 11th), please send us an email with your hours UNICEF Club Attendance Email us ahead of time if you will be unable to attend a meeting You can see your total hours/attendance on the BWHS UNICEF Club Weebly Website via this link: (www.briarwoodsunicef.weebly.com/hoursattendence)

Contact Us Email: bwunicef@gmail.com Remind: Text @bwunicef to 81010 Website: www.briarwoodsunicef.weebly.com

Next UNICEF Club Meeting: Friday, April 13th at 8:40 AM This presentation can be found under the “Updates” tab on our website