Fatima* is 6 years old, but unlike many children her age, her mornings don’t start with the familiar ring of a school bell. Empty bucket in hand, Fatima sets off in search of water—a journey that might quench her household’s thirst, but robs her of an education. For children like Fatima, each drop of water...
This is a participatory Photovoice research carried out in three rural communities in Adamawa State to unravel the specific complexities and gender dynamics around water systems in fragile and conflict-affected communities. It aims to empower communities to speak out their needs through visual storytelling, and recommend intervention strategies and programming needed to effectively address specific...
From left to right: Hauwa, Abba, Rahab, Rachael, Aminu, Tabitha, Aisha, Japhet, and John proudly display their photos, each one a powerful testament to their experiences. Through the IWMI Photovoice project, they have not only documented the water challenges in their communities but have also gained the tools and confidence to advocate for lasting change....
The journey to water security in Dumna-Zerbu This is just the beginning for Malkohi, Sangere and Dumna Zerbu. As Aisha fills her pot one last time for the day, the road ahead is uncertain, but it is paved with the hope that one day, they will no longer have to fight for every drop of...
Despite the overwhelming challenges, these communities have not given up. In Dumna-Zerbu, Malkohi and Sangere, the people are finding innovative ways to address their water needs. Amidst the backdrop of fragility and strife in these communities, a Photovoice research project was conducted to amplify the voices of those living in conflict-affected communities. The goal was...
Desperate for Relief: the dry wells of Sangere are holes dug out by the community in search of pockets of water. These drinking holes can be seen wherever the earth seems to hold a promise of water. Photo Credit: ©IWMI/John For Rahab, a 45-year-old mother of five, the water journey in Sangere is no less...
In most communities, older people serve as guardians of culture, preserving their people’s collective memory. But in Malkohi, this is not the case. Here, even the older population is caught up in the daily struggle for water, leaving no time for sharing stories with the next generation. In conflict zones, access to clean water is...