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How Can We Stop the Water Crisis?

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People have been asking, “How can we stop the water crisis?” for decades. At GFA, we have found that micro-solutions are very effective and impactful to increase the quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Nirdhar and Karishma’s village is located on a rocky hillside in Asia. Before GFA came to help, their only source of water was rainwater that collected in a pond near the village. When the weather turned dry, the pond did, too. A local church stepped in to help. With the help of GFA, the church began to drill for water. They drilled deeper and deeper without finding water and the community was losing hope. Finally, they struck water! Now the family has clean, safe water to use throughout the year! “We never thought a well would be drilled in our village,” Nidhar said. “But the true need of this village was met by Gospel for Asia. We are truly thankful for it.” This is just one example of thousands! Even in areas with severe drought, GFA and their partner c...
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What Are Some Global Water Crisis Facts?

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There is a plethora of global water crisis facts The World Health Organization and United Nations International Children’s Fund report that 785 million people lack a basic drinking-water service. The report continues by reporting that, globally, at least 2 billion people use a source contaminated with feces that can transmit diseases such as diarrhea, cholera, and dysentery. 1 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control says an estimated 801,000 children younger than 5 perish from diarrhea annually, mostly in developing countries. 2 The World Health Organization reports that 502,000 people die each year from diarrhea—caused by unsafe drinking water. 3 No matter the number of people who die from diarrhea, it is important to remember that diarrhea is easily prevented and treated. Access to clean drinking water is crucial in this fight. Other reports estimate that 2.1 billion people have no access to safely managed drinking water and 159 million people get their drinking water directly from su...
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What Are Some Water Crisis Solutions?

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Water crisis solutions have been researched and evaluated for decades. Studies have been conducted and organizations have learned through trial and error what works and what provides best for the needs of the people who are living in water-stressed environments. At GFA, we have been serving in Asia since 1979 and more recently have began looking to help with the water crisis in Africa as well. We often serve in places no one else is serving so these communities can experience the love of God for the first time. Through these decades, we have learned how to serve the people and bring them clean, safe water. We help in the water crisis in three major areas: Community development through facilities When GFA brings water to a community, we bring hope. Through Jesus Wells, entire communities can access clean drinking water. These wells are maintained by a local church, which increases the ministry outreach of that church. GFA also provides latrines for families or communities. These latrine...
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Global Water Crisis

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There’s nothing like a cold drink of water on a hot day. Unfortunately, due to the global water crisis, the refreshment of clean water isn’t available for many people around the world. Many communities are lacking this essential part of life. The crisis occurs when there is a lack of sufficient clean water for the population. The World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF) say that 785 million people lack a basic drinking-water service. 1 How does this global water crisis impact families in these communities, and how can we stop the water crisis? Contaminated water causes illness and disease When clean water isn’t readily available, people resort to the water that is available. Oftentimes, that water is contaminated with feces. Serious diseases can result, including dysentery, typhoid, polio, and cholera. Every year, people die from these diseases because they drink contaminated water. Many of these deaths are easily prevented through educa...
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What Are Some Solutions to Poverty?

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What are some solutions to poverty? The solution to poverty requires addressing its fundamental causes rather than merely treating its surface manifestations. Generational poverty breaks when people receive an education that, combined with values, establishes dignity and a sense of purpose. At GFA World, we recognize that knowledge and moral development, when combined, can lead to profound change. Through our work, we create lasting changes that impact people at every level of society. Self-sufficiency requires families to receive actual tools that help them break their poverty cycle. The resources provided by GFA World include things like sewing machines, vocational training and livestock. Kanal, a father in Asia, experienced this firsthand. [3] After receiving a piglet from GFA World, he launched a small business rearing and selling pigs, which generated enough profits to pay for his children’s education and enable him to assist other families in his community. Practical tools, comb...
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How Can I Recognize the Signs of The Spirit of Poverty?

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The signs of the spirit of poverty manifest through the profound effects they have on various aspects of life, including education, health, interpersonal relationships and self-image. The first step toward meaningful change requires identifying these signs. The definition of poverty is typically a person surviving on $3.00 per day, and this harsh reality affects 838 million people worldwide. [1] But the reach of poverty extends beyond monetary limitations into multiple life domains. Children from the poorest households face higher risks of undernutrition and premature death during early childhood, and they often lack essential education opportunities. Poverty creates a situation where families experience hunger, homelessness and hopelessness. People trapped in poverty’s cycle experience such hopelessness about their situation that it produces ongoing despair. Despair can manifest as resignation or the belief that life will never improve, regardless of how hard one tries. Thus, poverty...
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How Does One Go About Breaking the Spirit of Poverty?

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Breaking the spirit of poverty is about providing support along with resources that have a lasting impact to help families escape their poverty permanently. Through GFA World, impoverished families in Africa and Asia receive support, empowerment and dignity, enabling them to become self-sufficient. The path from poverty to independence remains challenging, yet with proper assistance, it is achievable. The spirit of poverty needs solutions that surpass basic, temporary relief programs. Long-term solutions must address fundamental issues to enable people to achieve independence through their efforts. GFA World implements programs that allow families to become self-sustaining. These are some effective methods, which you can contribute to through GFA World: [1] Our vocational training programs teach practical skills, such as welding and tailoring. A $75 donation to GFA World helps enable someone to develop skills that lead to stable employment and improved family well-being, as well as ex...
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