Right now, 1.1 billion people on the planet don’t have access to clean drinking water. Â That’s one in six of us. Â Can you imagine living your whole life without ever drinking a glass of clean water? Â For the Kunas, unclean water isn’t just a statistic, but a daily reality. Â The San Blas community has a plentiful supply of water, but no way to get it clean. Â As a result, early infant death and widespread disease among the Kunas is rampant.
Go International’s approach to implementing water and sanitation projects is unique because it includes the benefiting communities in the process, from site selection all the way through operation and maintenance.  With the help of exemplary organizations on the ground, we will be constructing water filtration systems and providing people with this basic, essential need.  The local community is also engaged in the building process, carrying out small tasks for free to reduce labor costs.  This encourages community participation and ensures community ownership after the project is complete.  While construction is taking place, water management committees are selected and trained to take over the operation and maintenance of the project, once it is completed.  This helps ensure sustainability and efficiency over the lifespan of the project.  Our mission is to meet people at their basic need in order to build a relationship that will continue into the kingdom.  We give 100% of the money raised to direct project costs; funding sustainable, clean water solutions in areas of greatest need.  There are two ways that you can get involved:
JOIN THE CONSTRUCTION TEAM:
Dates: June 18th-30TH, 2010 Â cost: $2099*
Join the building team that will construct water filtration systems providing clean water for the people of the San Blas. Â Your hands-on effort will make a huge impact in the Kuna Yala community through this exciting building outreach. Â To join the team Apply Now.
FUND A WATER PROJECT
Combine your gift of $150 with that of others and help bring clean water to an entire island, or sponsor an entire fresh water project for $3,000. Â Your gift will directly impact the Kunas at their greatest area of physical need.
* This price is based on a Miami departure and is subject to additional fuel charges and baggage fees that may be assessed by the airline. Â Contact Go International and we will help you arrange your travel from your city to Miami. Â A late registration fee will apply after March 1, 2010.