Our Vision
100% access to safe drinking water, sanitation and proper hygiene practices in all parts of Ethiopia.
About
Drop of water is a youth initiated local NGO established in 2009 to improve access to safe drinking water and sanitation and promote proper hygiene practice to communities in rural parts of Ethiopia. This was a means to improving the health and well-being of communities that have long been marginalized and underprivileged.
Vision
100% access to safe drinking water, sanitation and proper hygiene practices in all parts of Ethiopia.
History
Drop of water – Dow (formerly known as HfDW – Help for Drop of Water) was established by a group of 7 female Mekelle university students in Ethiopia. Through an expected interaction with Matt Damon, these students came to know of the water crisis in the country. After witnessing the extent of the crisis, they took it upon themselves to form an initiative that can harness the energy and passion of the youth to meet the needs of their community. Drop of Water was born.
Through relentless effort and enthusiastic collaboration with individuals, volunteers, governmental, non-governmental partners and donors Drop of Water continues to make a lifelong impact on the lives of many.
To date we’ve reached more than 30,000 people living in more than 80+ communities – with access to water, sanitation and proper hygiene.
Areas of Engagement
- Increasing access to safe water to communities in Ethiopia.
- Promoting better sanitation and hygiene practice.
- Establishing healthy nutrition habits and behaviours amongst mothers and children.
Core Values
Passion
We love our work!
Accountability
We are responsible in all decision-making.
Compassion
We are understanding and heartfelt.
Integrity
We will do what we say we’ll do.
Our Partners
