Islamic Relief water and sanitation projects–both at the emergency and long-term levels–have been providing essential aid for many years.

When we build a water system, we ensure communities have a sustainable source of clean water for years to come. We recognize the risk of drought, displacement, and disease and with over thirty years of expertise as a global IR family, we know that simply drilling wells and installing water pumps cannot solve the water crisis.

We bypass short-term interventions and high running costs to instead provide long-term sustainable solutions; installing irrigation systems, building water tanks, training communities, distributing hygiene kits and rehabilitating viable water systems.

Islamic Relief has also dedicated many of its international challenges to raising awareness and support for water interventions. Learn more at our team challenges page.

Here’s just a sampling of our recent efforts for water and sanitation:

• Improved access to safe and hygienic shower and gender-friendly sanitation facilities for women and girls who are Myanmar refugees living in camps.
• Rehabilitating and constructing water harvesting structures in Somalia.
• Building flood protection and retaining walls at points posing flood risk to villages in Pakistan.

ONE IN EVERY NINE people do not have access to clean water

We envision a world where everyone has access to clean water and sanitation; where water is treated as a right, not a privilege. If we work together—with YOU—we can make that vision a reality.

$1,000 can help set the foundation for a solar-powered water generator in drought-prone regions

$250 can help build safe sanitation zones for women and girls

$30 can provide clean water access to families in need

Please donate now and help break the chains of poverty by opening up access to clean water and sanitation.