It’s hard to imagine what Louise has been through.
After fleeing the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Louise lost her husband and three of her children to disease in just one week.
They survived the violence, but they couldn’t survive without clean water. And right now, families like Louise’s need your help.
Access to clean water, hygiene and sanitation is vital. It can save lives, keep families safe and give kids a chance for a happy, healthy future.
Your donation today can help save lives.
Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible. Your donation will be used in support of Oxfam’s efforts around the world. These are a few of the many ways we work with poor communities improve their lives.
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