Change starts with a reliable supply of clean water. Along with decent toilets and good hygiene, it means people can take control of their lives, break free from poverty and unlock their potential. Children grow up healthy and strong, women and men can earn a living, families and communities thrive. People are better prepared for whatever the future holds. 

Alongside our local partners and global allies we install taps, pipes, toilets, boreholes and wells. And we strengthen the systems that will keep clean water flowing for good - the people, institutions, policies, resources and skills.

Our work together has meant millions of people have been able to unlock their potential and shape their own futures. And we will reach hundreds of millions more.

To make lasting change happen on this massive scale, we are focusing our efforts where we can have the biggest impact, while persuading others to step up and play their part:

• linking policy makers with communities and local partners
• innovating, learning and sharing best practice
• changing attitudes and behaviours
• rallying support from people and organisations around the world
• convincing governments and leaders around the world to invest in water as the foundation for progress.

This is how we move forward together. We will keep going until our work is no longer needed.