Amman Imman: Water Is Life, Bringing water and hope to those who have none

June 25, 2009 - Paris, France
"15 of yours, 15 of mine, all united for the Azawak"
by Tercelin Kirtley
If you are willing to concede that our world is changing at an alarming rate, if you are willing to contemplate the possibility that our very own children are at risk of enduring hardships we never fathomed, then you might feel strong compassion for those already in this situation. Then, perhaps, you will encourage and facilitate at least one enterprise in its endeavor to create change and, in essence, save thousands of lives, by striking at the heart of darkness.... View Story

March 5, 2009 - Akoubounou, Niger
BEYOND NIAMEY: A JOURNEY
by Laurel Lundstrom
I left Niamey nine days ago, nine days that I will never forget, a time that has changed the way I will live, I think, time that has changed my life... View Story

March 12, 2009 - Niamey, Niger
KIJIGARI
by Laurel Lundstrom
We sat underneath a tent made of millet stalks, ready to begin our meeting at Kijigari: a potential site for our next borehole well. Unlike the dark, dank mosque of Tangawarshane, the tent offered a path for the morning breeze on all four sides... View Story

March 22, 2009 - Niamey, Niger
IN THE COMPANY OF OTHERS
by Laurel Lundstrom
I just left the house to say my goodbyes to Elhadji, the owner of my local boutique. I promised I would. I'm trying not to break promises on my last days here in Africa... View Story

March 25, 2009 - Niamey, Niger
MY AFRICAN NIGHTS
by Laurel Lundstrom
Barely able to see my fingers, I flipped through the photos on my computer. I shared my memories here with people who might never get to see them again. These were memories of them and me, together, sharing our nights... View Story

March 26, 2009 - Niamey, Niger
Niger: A Letter From Me to You
by Laurel Lundstrom
Niger, Thank you, Tanamere, Merci. I've taken away from you far more than I can give back. You've rejuvenated me, inspired me, inflamed me, you've awakened me from slumber... View Story