In the heart of the Bois Savane Morne Rouge community, the local school struggled for access to water. When their hand pump broke due to poor upkeep, the residents relied on a hand-dug well that was open to the elements. However, the water from this well was contaminated with dirt and debris, making it undrinkable. This desperate situation forced the students into a daily ritual of scrounging for money to purchase safe water from vendors. However, some students couldn’t afford to purchase water, so they resorted to risking their health and consuming water from the open well. [Read more]