Access to Safe Water Never Loses Value

The writer is Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Safe Water Network

 
The UN will be commemorating World Water Day on Monday March 22.

COVID precautions at Safe Water Network iJal Station in India. Credit: Safe Water Network

NEW YORK, Mar 20 2021 (IPS) – The global community is celebrating . In the COVID-19 pandemic era, the importance and value of water for all people has never been clearer. Access to safe water is essential for public health and thriving communities.

Before COVID, , or about two-thirds of the world’s population, face severe water scarcity at least one month every year. One of the most important defenses against the c…