Build a Water Pump in Bangladesh

Access to clean and safe drinking water is a fundamental human right, yet the Rohingya Muslims living in refugee camps in Bangladesh continue to face dire challenges in obtaining clean and safe water sources. At Islamic Welfare Trust, we are deeply committed to addressing the urgent need for clean drinking water and sanitation facilities in these camps. Our aim behind building water pumps in Bangladesh is to reduce/remove the daily struggles faced by Rohingya refugees. Build a water pump in Bangladesh and make a life-saving difference by providing them with access to clean water.

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Providing Clean Water is an act of Sadaqah Jariyah

“When a person dies, all their deeds end except three: a continuing charity (Sadaqah Jariyah), beneficial knowledge and a child who prays for them.

[Muslim]

As building a water pump is an act of Sadaqah Jariyah, it is highly recommended to build a water pump in someone’s name like your parents, grandparents or any loved one alive or deceased. This is one way of showing your love for them.

Clean Water Truly Saves Lives

“…whoever saves a life it is as though he had saved the lives of all mankind”

(5:32)

Many people in Bangladesh refugee camps lose their lives simply because they drank contaminated water and fell seriously ill, eventually succumbing to their illnesses. In some cases, the deceased individual was the sole breadwinner, leaving behind orphaned children and widowed wives to fend for themselves. Let’s support these families by providing them with a source of clean water.

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Water Crisis In Rohingya Refugee Camps in Bangladesh

Limited Access to Clean Water

Over 1 million Rohingya refugees are living in 13 square kilometres of an area called Cox’s Bazar. Just imagine how crowded this place must be. No roads, no infrastructure, no water, no sanitation. The only way to access water is to go underground.

Inadequate Sanitation Facilities

The lack of sanitation infrastructure in the Rohingya refugee camps is one of the biggest reasons for poor hygiene and sanitation practices, making health issues even more serious.

Overcrowding

The Rohingya refugee camps are the most densely populated areas on the planet. At times it seems impossible to provide everyone access to clean water and sanitation services.

Waterborne Diseases

So many people in such a small area. Waterborne diseases such as cholera, dysentery, and diarrhoea are common among the Rohingya population.

Long Queues for Water

Not every area of the camp has access to water. Some refugees often spend significant amounts of time waiting in long queues to access limited water sources.

Insufficient Funding

There are very few charities funding water projects in Rohingya Refugee Camps. Alhamdulillah, we are trying to do our bit. It’s tough and it’s not easy but we must continue in the hope this water pump in the Rohingya refugee camp might save a life.

Need for Sustainable Solutions

Water pumps are not the only solution. Rohingya refugees need long-term solutions and this can only be planned at the government level. We will continue doing our bit. Insha’Allah.

The above data shows how great is the need for clean water in Rohingya refugee camps. Build a water pump in Bangladesh and make life little bit easier for some Rohingya families.

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Why Build a Water Pump in Bangladesh?

By building a water pump in Pakistan you will

  • Provide clean water to people who need it
  • Improve their health
  • Increase productivity by helping them stay healthy and hydrated
  • Boost the local economy as there is a famous saying “Healthy People = Healthy Economy”
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The Top 3 Waterborne Diseases in Rohingya Refugee Camps

  1. Cholera: Cholera is a bacterial infection that can spread through contaminated water and food. It can cause severe diarrhoea and dehydration, and if left untreated, it can be life-threatening.
  2. Typhoid Fever: Typhoid fever is caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi and is often transmitted through the ingestion of contaminated water or food. It leads to high fever, and abdominal pain, and can be serious if not treated promptly.
  3. Hepatitis A: Hepatitis A is a viral infection that primarily spreads through the consumption of contaminated water or food. It affects the liver and can lead to symptoms such as jaundice, fatigue, and abdominal discomfort.

We cannot eradicate these deadly diseases from Rohingya refugee camps but we can reduce their damage

One of the best ways to reduce the impact of these deadly diseases is to provide clean water access near their camp. This is why Islamic Welfare Trust is building water pumps in Bangladesh so Rohingya families do not have to go far to fetch water. By providing water near the camp, you will help improve hydration as well as the hygiene of these families.

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Conclusion: Don’t ignore this…

In a world where clean water should be accessible to all, over one million Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh still face the harsh reality of water scarcity. Poverty compounds this issue, but together, we can break this cycle. Join Islamic Welfare Trust in our mission to build water pumps in Bangladesh, bringing clean drinking water to Rohingya families, and transforming lives for the better.

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ISLAMIC WELFARE TRUST DONATION POLICY

Alhamdulillah, our name clearly gives the message. We are a Muslim Charity aiming to help the Ummah in need. This is how our donation policy works:

  1. Your donation is your Amanah 
  2. We will spend your donation on the project you donated for.
  3. For every Emergency Appeal e.g. Syria Crisis Appeal, Gaza Emergency Appeal, Yemen Emergency Appeal or Earthquake Appeal, Flood Appeal, we operate a 100% Donation Policy – no admin, no salary
  4. Zakat: 100% Zakat Policy
  5. 100% Transparency Policy – You can find the full details of our expenses by visiting the Charity Commission website.

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How do we cover our expenses?

We roughly spend about £25,000 (this is top end figure actually expenses are always lower) on wages, travel, marketing, rent and administration of the charity. Between £15k and £20k is covered by Gift Aid, while the remainder is covered by taking a small percentage (not exceeding 10%) from donations, excluding Zakat and Emergency Appeals.

Our promise is to spend £9 out of every £10 donated to us. Insha’Allah

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