The United Youth for Peace, Education, Transparency and Development have stepped up their awareness programs in various communities for the establishment of the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Commission in Liberia.
OP-ED: We Must Demand Piped Water in Rural and Urban Liberia
The World Health Organization estimates that over a quarter of the Liberian population lacks access to clean water supply. Even fewer have access to piped water in their homes. Instead of pursuing a policy of high-quality service, many NGOs and government agencies are fine with providing hand pumps and wells for Liberians, even those in urban areas. Liberians should aim for higher standards. Why should we be satisfied with a lower quality of service?