World Water Day – Water For All

World Water Day is celebrated on March 22 across the world by the United Nations. It is about tackling the water crisis by addressing the reasons why so many people are being left behind.

As sad and unfair as it sounds, today, millions of people have their access denied to life-saving clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene because of where they live, who they are, or how much money they have.

The truth is water scarcity isn’t something only people in poorer countries experience and changing your habits will help.

Do you take your access to safe and clean water for granted?

WaterAid UK declared that 1 in 9 around the world live without clean water and estimated that at current rates, London, Tokyo and Moscow will struggle with water availability in the coming years. In the latest report by WaterAid Global, it is explained that about 4 billion people in the world live in physically water-scarce areas and 844 million don’t have access to clean water close to home.

Some facts that are worrying

-A large population around the globe is facing high water stress. -Lack of access to safe water causes a staggering number of deaths every year. -Some of the drinkable water in the poorest countries in Asia and South America is contaminated due to lack of water management

This year’s theme for World Water Day is Water For All, which means every person should have access to clean water as it is their basic human right.

Artist Sudarsan Pattnaik spread the message of ‘Save Water, Safe Life’ through his sand art. The sand sculpture showcases the unfortunate plight of a child who is struggling to get a few drops of water.

There are many ways you could help

And if you would like to understand more about how ballooning customer demands jeopardise water access for the poorest and most marginalised people. If you would like to know how making thoughtful choices as consumers can help ensure access to water for basic needs, then check out the Report: Beneath the Surface: The State of the World’s Water 2019.