Wednesday, August 29, 2007

UNICEF: Hayley's New Project is PlayPumps

Hayley's PlayPumps

Hayley is helping UNICEF tackle Guinea Worm in Ghana by ensuring children have access to safe water.

Hayley Westenra in Ghana with a young boy who is infected with Guinea Worm Disease. © UNICEF/Ghana/Jill Westenra

In April 2005, UNICEF NZ Ambassador Hayley Westenra visited Ghana, where she was deeply affected by the plight of children affected by Guinea Worm, a parasite that comes from drinking contaminated water. Now, with your support, she wants to help eradicate Guinea Worm by installing PlayPumps into 30 schools.

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