Wyoming resident William Morris is about to embark on a powerful journey to raise awareness for clean water access worldwide.
Morris will be walking 60km over two days from Wyoming to his Sydney office as part of WaterAid Australia’s Walk for Water.
Walk for Water asks participants to walk five days, fundraise for change and take steps for clean water.
“I’ll be walking from my home on the Central Coast to Constructability Recruitment’s Sydney Office to raise awareness and funds, so people worldwide can access clean water,” he said.
“Every day, millions of women and children walk long distances to collect water for their families, often missing school or work, and sometimes the water they collect isn’t even safe.
“By walking 60km, I am helping ensure clean water reaches those who need it most.”
This is an extra special year for WaterAid’s annual fundraising event Walk for Water as it celebrates its 20-year anniversary.
Walk for Water invites participants nationwide to walk, run, or ride for five days, raising funds and awareness for WaterAid Australia water, sanitation and hygiene projects.
The event aims to shed light on the daily struggles of millions who endure long journeys to access clean water, a hardship that affects their health, education and quality of life.
Shockingly, 703 million people worldwide – one in 10 – lack access to safe water close to home.
For many children, particularly girls, fetching water starts early and continues throughout their lives, often forcing them to sacrifice their education.
By joining Walk for Water, participants will symbolically experience the trek many endure daily for water, underscoring the urgent need for sustainable solutions.
The event not only raises awareness about the challenges posed by water scarcity but also celebrates the progress made by WaterAid Australia in providing clean water, sanitation facilities and hygiene education to vulnerable communities.
In the past 20 years, WaterAid Australia has reached 5.7 million people with its water, sanitation and hygiene programs.
The event has garnered significant support from Australia’s water sector, with corporate teams spanning the country enthusiastically preparing to participate.