Building Trust in Local Water Sources
Lack of infrastructure and accountability from local U.S. governments has led to public distrust in tap water.
Keep readingAccess to clean and safe water is a universal human right. Yet, nationwide, numerous U.S. cities are dealing with some form of water contamination, lack of drinkable water, outdated infrastructure, or climate-related drought.
BY THE
NUMBERS
United Nations 2023, Close the Water Gap 2019
2M
people in the U.S. lack access to safe drinking water and sanitation
19x
Native households are more likely to lack complete plumbing
26%
of the world population lack access to safe drinking water
46%
lack access to basic sanitation
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How Inequality Fuels the Global Water Crisis
Despite recognizing World Water Day, almost half the world’s population lacks home plumbing with drinkable water, including in the U.S.
Keep readingProtecting the Water Rights of Indigenous People
Historically, the United States government has stripped, ignored, and infringed on the water rights of Indigenous communities.
Keep readingA Water Emergency Downstream from a National Crisis
Nationwide, numerous U.S. cities are dealing with some form of water contamination, lack of drinkable water, and outdated infrastructure, similar to the water crisis in Jackson, Mississippi.
Keep readingThe Water Crisis In Hawaii Highlights America’s Failing Infrastructure
The water crisis in Hawaii is the result of rampant negligence and a pattern of political and ethical failures seen across the country.
Keep readingEnsure water infrastructure for all.
Many poor communities of color lack access to clean water and working sewage systems.
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Building Trust in Local Water Sources
Lack of infrastructure and accountability from local U.S. governments has led to public distrust in tap water.
Keep readingHow Inequality Fuels the Global Water Crisis
Despite recognizing World Water Day, almost half the world’s population lacks home plumbing with drinkable water, including in the U.S.
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