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Get ready to make a splash on June 11 for Oxfam Water Week! This week-long celebration was first established in 2005 by the international charity organization Oxfam to raise awareness and funds for their water projects around the world. Did you know that access to clean water is still a major issue for many communities, with millions of people lacking this basic necessity? Oxfam Water Week aims to change that by encouraging individuals and communities to take action and support their cause. So join in on the fun and help make a difference!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of Oxfam Water Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>This week-long celebration was launched by Oxfam to raise global awareness about water-related issues.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Major Fundraiser Event</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the inaugural event, Oxfam organized its first major fundraiser for water projects around the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expansion of Water Projects</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the support gathered from Oxfam Water Week, significant expansion of water projects was observed this year.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>10 Year Anniversary</div><div class='timeline-text'>Oxfam commemorates the tenth anniversary of the Water Week initiative, shedding light on its significant global impact.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Oxfam Water Week goes digital due to the COVID-19 pandemic, encouraging people to take online actions for clean water access.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a water-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends and family over for a fun water-themed party! You can serve water-inspired snacks and drinks, play water games, and even have a mini fundraiser for Oxfam Water Week.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a hike to a nearby river or lake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get outside and enjoy nature while also learning about the importance of clean water. Research local hiking trails that lead to a body of water and plan a day trip with your friends or family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a documentary screening</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a thought-provoking documentary about the global water crisis and host a screening for your friends or community. This can be a great way to educate others about the issue and raise awareness for Oxfam Water Week.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a charity water walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of people and organize a charity water walk to raise funds for Oxfam Water Week. This can be a fun and active way to support the cause while also getting some exercise.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to Oxfam</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>One of the most impactful ways to celebrate Oxfam Water Week is by making a donation to the organization. Every little bit helps and your contribution can make a big difference in providing clean water to those in need.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about the global water crisis</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Oxfam Water Week highlights the fact that 2.2 billion people around the world do not have access to clean water, and 4.2 billion lack access to proper sanitation. By bringing attention to these numbers, we can work towards finding solutions and helping those in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes sustainable practices</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Oxfam Water Week encourages individuals and communities to take action towards more sustainable practices when it comes to water usage. This includes reducing waste, implementing water-saving technologies, and supporting organizations that work towards providing clean water for all.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It showcases the impact of clean water on overall health and well-being</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Clean water is essential for good health - without it, individuals are at risk of disease and malnutrition. Oxfam Water Week highlights how access to clean water can improve overall health and well-being for individuals, families, and communities.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Oxfam Water Week Takes a Holistic Approach</h3><p class='facts-content'>Not only does Oxfam address the immediate need for clean drinking water, but they also tackle related issues like sanitation, hygiene, and management of water resources to create sustainable and comprehensive solutions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Schools Participate in Oxfam Water Week</h3><p class='facts-content'>Classrooms around the world join in, learning about and helping to solve water issues. This fosters a sense of global citizenship and empathy among young people.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The "Bucket Challenge" is a Popular Event</h3><p class='facts-content'>Simulating the daily lives of people who lack access to clean water, participants carry heavy buckets of water over long distances. This challenge sheds light on the physical burden carried by many each day.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Women's Empowerment is a Key Component</h3><p class='facts-content'>Oxfam Water Week supports women's leadership in water and sanitation projects, as women are often primary water gatherers and are more severely impacted by a lack of access to clean water.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Your Contribution Can Make a Huge Impact</h3><p class='facts-content'>Even a small donation can change lives. For example, a donation of £50 from the UK can provide a family in an emergency with 10,000 liters of clean drinking water.</p></div></div>
Oxfam Water Week is celebrated on June 11th every year. In 2024, Oxfam Water Week will occur on a Tuesday.
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