Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal

by Bagmati Welfare Society Nepal (BWSN)
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Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal
Restore handpumps in 51 Dalit households in Nepal

Summary

This project restores reliable access to clean drinking water for the underserved Mushahar & Danuwar community by installing and maintaining hand pumps. It empowers residents by training local teams for sustainable upkeep, reducing health risks from contaminated water, and improving educational and economic opportunities by saving water fetching time. Donors' support will enhance community resilience, ensuring long-term benefits through health improvement, time efficiency, and economic growth.

$39,525
total goal
$39,503
remaining
5
donors
0
monthly donors
1
year

Challenge

Hand pumps are vital, but frequent breakdowns due to low cost-low quality installment have deprived them from access to safe drinking water. Moreover, the deep boring in limitedly installed water pumps existing have gone only to 50 feet while for reliable and clean water source it needs to go more than 100 feet. The community faces health risks from contaminated water and economic setbacks as time spent fetching water limits educational and income-generating opportunities. Women, and children.

Solution

By installing and repairing hand pumps, this project ensures consistent, safe water access. Training local teams in maintenance empowers the community to sustain the system, reducing health issues and allowing time for education and work. Improved water availability supports agriculture and small businesses, promoting economic growth and self-sufficiency. Community education programs will reinforce proper water usage and hygiene practices for lasting health benefits.

Long-Term Impact

The project will provide sustainable clean water access, boosting health and reducing disease over time. Education attainment is expected to rise as children spend less time fetching water, leading to a more educated and empowered generation. Economic benefits include enhanced productivity and growth in local agriculture and businesses. Empowering women and girls by freeing up time for education and skill development will shift gender dynamics, which will contribute to social equity.

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Organization Information

Bagmati Welfare Society Nepal (BWSN)

Location: Sarlhai, Madhesh Province - Nepal
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Project Leader:
Avishek Bhandari
Sarlhai , Madhesh Province Nepal
$22 raised of $39,525 goal
 
5 donations
$39,503 to go
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