Video Notes: Global Dirty Water Crisis and Response

A set of QUESTION_AND_ANSWER flashcards based on the video notes about the global clean water crisis, its effects, and the organizations addressing it.

How many people worldwide are drinking dirty water according to the notes?

771 million people.

How many lives are lost each week due to diseases caused by dirty water?

16,000 lives per week.

What are the impacts of water scarcity on families mentioned in the notes?

Instability and displacement; families are forced to journey away from their homes.

How does dirty water affect children's education?

Education suffers.

Which group is particularly affected by the burden of collecting water?

Girls, who are often required to collect water and may miss school.

What is the role of the leading organization mentioned in the notes?

To work with us on a real-world project to bring clean and safe water to people worldwide.

What is the core mission of the organizations working on water access, as stated in the notes?

Bringing clean and safe water to people all over the world.