P r e s e n t a t i o n. Water Systems. Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia

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1 P r e s e n t a t i o n Water Systems Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia

2 2 Overview Chronic fresh water scarcity and contamination are among the predominant challenges in the least-developed and remote villages of Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia, posing serious health problems to children and adults. Many schools in these rural villages have a high prevalence of diseases related to inadequate water supply, sanitation and hygiene, and child malnutrition and other underlying health issues are common. These health problems are preventable, but, if not addressed, can disrupt students' attendance at school. Generous financial support from our donors has been facilitating our quick-impact and pragmatic work in contributing water supplies for safe consumption and sanitation to poverty-stricken communities. Water Challenges In Myanmar The poor infrastructure in remote areas of Myanmar results in more than 33% of the population being exposed to unsafe drinking water (WHO, 2015). Our efforts help provide some solutions such as the means to harvest water from rain, and effective extraction and storage systems for water from natural springs and aquifers.

3 3 In Laos Rural areas of Laos are also hampered with life-threatening diseases among children and adults due to poor water management and sanitation, lack of awareness of water safety and hygiene and the common practice of unregulated defecation. There are frequent occurrences of health and nutrition complications such as diarrhoea, stunting and underweight (UN, 2017). Women and young girls still collect water from distant rivers and lakes, a strenuous and dangerous task. In Cambodia The provision of sustainable sources of water remains a key challenge in Cambodia s remote areas due to recurrent dry seasons and droughts. There is deficient water quality and low hygiene. These long-standing problems cause many children in rural areas to suffer from the severe consequences of diarrhoea, respiratory diseases, skin diseases and other waterborne infections. The poor management of water systems results in an estimated 10,000 deaths annually (UNICEF, 2015).

4 4 Implementation In responding to these urgent calls for action, we have supported a number of government schools in constructing water supplies and storage systems such as protected wells, electric pumps and pipes connected to natural springs and other groundwater sources, providing water that is clean and accessible to schools and entire communities. Students, teachers and community members can use the water for drinking or personal hygiene and sanitation.

5 5 Process: A local, professional foreman is hired for the construction work. Construction of a concrete water storage system (concrete tank, basin, etc.) usually takes 3-4 weeks to complete, and approximately 3 months for a water supply system (water kiosk, system of electric pump and pipes, etc.). 5% of the total cost will be held back for 6 months as a guarantee for the work. The school leaders and community members will be responsible for the regular cleaning and the maintenance costs of the water tanks after completion. Monitoring: During the construction phase, our team conducts regular site visits to monitor the progress of the work and to ensure our high quality standards are being met. Once completed, our team regularly returns to the facilities to assess the proper use and the effectiveness of the water tanks.

6 6 What we Achieve Ensuring that the school and local community have reliable access to clean and safe water for consumption, sanitation and hygiene. The improved drinking water source leads to a decrease in waterborne infections, diseases and epidemics. Instructions and training on usage and maintenance will result in effective water and sanitation management. The projects also strengthen the local community s understanding and participation in improving water and sanitation management. Providing adequate levels of water supply, sanitation and hygiene can ensure better educational opportunities and improve students success rates, livelihood standards and food security for the many children and families.

7 7 Budget & Reporting The instalment of a water system (ranging from concrete tanks as storage to supplying methods with aqueducts/electric pumps and pipes) can cost between USD 7,000 and USD 10,000. Should a situation require, we also contribute smaller or much bigger facilities. Approx. Budget Breakdown For a Water System Project 29% 7% 4% A final photo report with all the necessary details is ensured for our donors at the completion of every project (no later than 2 months). 60% Construction materials 60% Labour 29% Project Implementation and Monitoring Costs 4% Administration Overhead 7%

8 8 Water Storage System With a water tank or basin, the school can collect rainwater or groundwater in the rainy season and store for reliable usage during the dry season. Students, teachers, and other community members can use the water for multiple applications- consumption, sanitation and other domestic necessities.

9 Water basin fit for continuously supplying the community s needs for numerous daily usage such as washing and cooking 9

10 10 Water Supply System An electric pump is normally used to pump water from underground, lakes and rivers, or natural springs from the mountains. The extracted water is then be stored in an elevated plastic tank of 1,500 to 2,000 litres for distribution through pipes to various buildings for usage around the school campus.

11 11 Water Supply System When there s a challenge of long distance or over hills, a watercourse is constructed to convey water to the villages for schools and communities through the implementation of aqueducts or a system of electric pump and connected pipelines.

12 12 Water Treatment System To help improve the quality of water, systems of purification are introduced to the beneficiaries through a range of filters. An example of a water kiosk project, as shown below, offering 20 litres of clean water at the price of $0.25. It is equipped with a chlorinator to enable adding chlorine into the water to make it safe for drinking.

13 13 Water Treatment System This simple, affordable water filtration system of burnt clay bricks is often used to allow turbidity removal from water, thereby enhancing the quality and purity of water so that it is fit for consumption.

14 Our support can pave the way for improved living and learning conditions of the students and address the fundamental need for safe water for many thousands of people of all ages in Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia. 14