Water ACcess TO ALL
COLOMBIA
IMPACT
GOALS
THE PROBLEM
Access to clean drinking water remains a daily challenge in La Guajira, one of the most water-insecure regions in Colombia. Many Indigenous Wayuu communities rely on inconsistent water deliveries, stored rainwater, or natural sources that are often contaminated.
Families are frequently forced to choose between drinking unsafe water or spending limited income on alternatives. Boiling water is not always practical, and long-term solutions are often out of reach for rural communities.
This isn’t a temporary issue, it’s a systemic gap in access, infrastructure, and resources.
W.A.T.A. works alongside local partners to address this at the household level, providing filtration systems, training, and long-term support that communities can rely on.
PROJECTS
La Guajira - Riohacha
PARTNERS
IMPACT
150
Filters
750
People
Stage
FILTERS DONATED: 150
PEOPLE IMPACTED: 750+
TRIP LOG
TRIP 1
DATES: 3/19/26 - 3/25/26
COMMUNITY: LA GUAJIRA
TRIP RECAP
W.A.T.A. returned to the coastal community of La Perla, El Salvador to complete a full community-wide clean water distribution in partnership with local leaders and organizations.
During the visit, W.A.T.A. installed 70 household water filters, providing every family in the community with access to clean, safe drinking water. The distribution was paired with a Water Filter Day, where families gathered for hands-on training, setup, and education to ensure long-term use and follow-up.
The trip coincided with a local youth surf competition, supported by the local surf community and Seek Discomfort, creating a shared space for community connection, celebration, and service. By aligning clean water access with a community event, the program strengthened trust, engagement, and local ownership—laying the foundation for ongoing follow-ups and future expansion in the region.
IMPACT
FILTERS DONATED: 150
PEOPLE IMPACTED: 750+
WOVEN TOGETHER
Every mochila tells a story of generosity, craftsmanship, and clean water.
After our project in La Guajira, a group of Wayuu women surprised W.A.T.A. with handmade mochilas as a gift of gratitude. We decided that each bag would continue the impact by helping fund another water filter for another family.
Every purchase supports Wayuu artisans and helps bring clean water to more communities.
