Projekta Apraksts

The girls living at our Children's Home in Sierra Leone need a new septic system.

The current system cannot accommodate the number of girls living there. The system often

needs to be cleaned out, and we have already dug several overflow pits. But these are not

permanent solutions.

You can help provide the girls in our Children's Home with a new septic system that will last

for years to come. This system will make the Home a healthier, more hygienic place for

everyone who lives there.

Impact Story

Six-year-old Mariama in Sierra Leone lived in a

village that had no toilets or latrines. Because

human waste seeped into the ground and

contaminated the village water supply, Mariama

and other children were at high risk of getting

sick from bacteria. With no safe way to dispose

of waste, Mariama and the rest of her village

had no choice but to drink and bathe in dirty

water.

But Children of the Nations helped Mariama's

village build toilets! With a safe and hygienic

toilet, Mariama was less likely to get sick and got to enjoy a happier, healthier childhood.

Why Is This Project Needed?

• The current septic system cannot accommodate the number of girls living in our

Children's Home.

• Pumps, overflow pits, and manually removing waste may make the girls' wing livable,

but they are not long-term solutions. Only a new septic system will be a sustainable

solution.

Strategy

Install a new septic system for the girls' wing of the Children's Home in Sierra Leone.

Outcomes

1. A safe, hygienic living space for the girls in our Children's Home.

2. Reduced labor and repair costs over time, since the new septic system will not require

as much upkeep.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a total investment of $2,589.

Your gift will provide the girls in our Children's Home with a new septic system. You will

make sure that the girls have a safe, hygienic, and dignified living space. Thank you for caring

for our girls in Sierra Leone!

To give online, visit cotni.org/project/375528.