Water Brigades Information Session

GLOBAL BRIGADES Global Brigades’ Mission: To empower volunteers to facilitate sustainable solutions in under resourced communities Global Brigades’ Vision: To improve equality of life, by igniting the largest student-led social responsibility movement on the planet. ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

PROGRAMS To empower volunteers, Global Brigades offers 9 skill-based programs ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION DENTAL MEDICAL PUBLIC HEALTH WATER ARCHITECTURE MICROFINANCE LAW ENVIRONMENTAL BUSINESS

Countries selected based on: Large need in rural areas Strong community partnerships Logistically feasible Safe for volunteers Needs that Global Brigades addresses: Basic services Healthcare Economic WHERE WE WORK ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION Programs are offered in Honduras, Panama, Ghana, and Nicaragua

PROGRAMS & COUNTRIES Ghana Business Dental Medical Microfinance Public Health Water Honduras Architecture Dental Medical Microfinance Public Health Water Panama Business Dental Environmental Law Medical Public Health ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION Medical Public Health Nicaragua

PROGRAMS & COUNTRIES Honduras Architecture Dental Medical Microfinance Public Health Water Panama Business Dental Environmental Law Medical Public Health ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION Medical Public Health Nicaragua Ghana Business Dental Medical Microfinance Public Health Water

Why Ghana?

RURAL GHANA STATISTICS The National Literacy rate is 42.1% Only 42% of the population has access to potable drinking water In rural communities 89% of people have no access to public sanitary services Limited to no access to microfinance 17.8% of rural population uses surface water as their primary water source In 2010, Global Brigades did extensive research to select one African country for expansion. Through on the ground research in 10 African countries and statistical analysis of community need, volunteer safety, and program fit, Ghana was selected as the African country in which to start Global Brigades. ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

1 in 4 people in rural Ghana do not have access to clean drinking water

On average, a family spends 2 hours a day collecting water

For every 10 Water Volunteers, A Family of 10 can access water year round. =

IMPACT OF WATER Access to Clean Water Removes connection between water and chronic illnesses Allows the practice of hygiene and sanitation in the rainy season Reduces child mortality Allows healthier, more productive lives Water Affects Health Sanitation and hygiene Economic potential Education ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

How does Water Brigades help?

Water Brigades Empowers communities to access clean water Addresses the lack of clean water access by constructing Household Rainwater Harvesters, which collect and store rainwater from a family's roof, providing consistent access to drinking and cooking water throughout the entire year. Work with families to construct HRH, educate on system maintenance and educate school children from the community on water, sanitation and hygiene related topics. WHAT IS A WATER BRIGADE? ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

PROJECT SUSTAINABILITY Community Selection Based on o Need o Water quality and quantity o Community commitment Sustainable Practices Educate community members on tank maintenance o Community led o WB trained technicians support their neighbors in all repairs In-country staff o Lead your brigade o Train community leaders o Select future communities to work with o Oversee project maintenance and follow-up ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

GHANA WATER TEAM Welcome to Ghana! Water Brigades Team Meets you at the airport and coordinates your brigade Performs community preparation and follow-up to ensure continuity Manages relationships with local chiefs and government leaders Advises chapters with brigade preparation and post-brigade updates Keeps you safe, happy, effective and sustainable while in-country ABOUTLOCATIONBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION WATER Ronnie Washington James Oppong Jan-Willem Pot Sarah Clement Leticia Takyi

How can you help?

WHY WE WANT YOU Your Benefits Contribute to sustainable development o Provide families with access to clean water o Meet people with different perspectives, values and understandings Education and Experience for your career o Practice project implementation o Examine public health needs and solutions o Hands-on experience in community-led, grassroots International development work Community Benefits Empowerment o Students empower communities o Mobilize communities towards positive social change o Capital investment in resources ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

What does a brigade look like?

WATER BRIGADES VIDEO ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION Water Brigades program Video

10 DAY BRIGADE Day 1 – Arrival & Water Introduction Meet the Water Brigades Team! Transportation to lodging facility o Electricity, showers and bathrooms o Bed, bed linens and pillow o Laundry and room cleaning o 24 hour security Ghana & Water introduction o Factors inhibiting clean water access o Needs you are addressing o Why water makes a difference introductioncommunity introductionproject implementationworkshopsdeparture ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

community introductionintroduction Day 2 – Community Introduction Community leaders meeting/ Opening Ceremony o Leader’s perspective o Question and answer The Water Situation View current water sources o Limitations o Problems Water Brigades solution o Components o Benefits o Where you will contribute project implementationworkshopsdeparture ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION 10 DAY BRIGADE

Day 2 Cont’d – Home Visits Break into groups of 2-5 students Meet one-on-one with families to discuss o Lifestyle o Health practices o Water challenges o Hopes and aspirations This personal understanding of the community and their needs will help you understand the solution Water Brigades can provide and how you are making an impact. community introductionintroductionproject implementationworkshopsdeparture ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION 10 DAY BRIGADE

Day 3-7 – Infrastructure In 5-6 days, you and your group will build complete Household Rainwater Harvesting system(s) in the community, involving: o Digging o Mixing concrete and mortar o Tying steel o Plastering o Gutter work Work alongside GB masons and families community introductionintroductionproject implementationworkshopsdeparture ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION 10 DAY BRIGADE

Day 6-7 – Water Treatment Education Discuss water quality challenges with both families and school age children Distribute locally appropriate water filtration technologies Teach community members how to use filters which can improve their lives Help make the connection between water quality and health community introductionintroductionproject implementationworkshopsdeparture ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION 10 DAY BRIGADE

Day 4-7 – Project Ownership & Empowerment To ensure project sustainability, your group will work with your family to educate on: o Operating the Household Rainwater Harvester o Maintenance and repairs o Water Conservation and use monitoring community introductionintroductionproject implementationworkshopsdeparture ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION 10 DAY BRIGADE

Day 4-7 – Education Teach the basics of water, hygiene, and sanitation to primary school children and the family members you’re working with Use visual aids, drama, music, and dance to illustrate the connection between water and health Empower and inspire the youth to develop healthier hygiene and water habits community introductionintroductionproject implementationworkshopsdeparture ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION 10 DAY BRIGADE

SAMPLE PROJECT ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION Successful Implementations: Five HRH just outside family members’ homes Distribution of 12 water filtration devices Education of ~40 students on the importance of hygiene and hand-washing Impact: Over 60 community members have access to higher quality drinking water Students and families are educated to practice proper hygiene, sanitation and water management Direction: 30 families and counting signed up for HRH in Aboano. Community of Srafa Aboano, Central Region, Ghana In September, Imperial College of London Successfully Completed Four Household Rainwater Harvesting Systems!

How do I sign up?

How is your Water Brigade Funded? Volunteers’ Program Contribution: £550 (UK), €650 (Europe) or $880 (US) PLUS Airfare: Variable Program Contribution Details 10 day program Accommodations and meals (vegetarian options available) Clean drinking water Airport pick-up and drop-off In-country transportation Translators and coordinators Program sustainability and follow-up between brigades Water project materials - £80, €90 or $100 TOTAL CONTRIBUTION ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

RESOURCES FOR YOU Fundraising Tool Send links of brigade project information to donors Create personalized profile to share with your donors Track donation progress on individual and group level Volunteer Resource Site globalbrigades.wikidot.comglobalbrigades.wikidot.com Brigade planning materials Collection of reports from past brigades Community profiles Frequently asked questions In-Country Advising Team Team of trained staff in Ghana Share best practices for all aspects of brigade preparation Answer questions about brigade and community ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

Photo Here Photo Here NAME President Phone Number: NAME President Phone Number: Sign up or contact one of the following University of XYZ Water Brigades leaders: JOIN THE NEXT BRIGADE! ABOUTLOCATIONWATERBRIGADE TAKE ACTION CONTRIBUTION

Questions?

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