This gallery chronicles nine months of Laindatang’s Water Connections Phase III.
Through 50 images, witness the community’s determination, cultural traditions, and challenges in achieving clean water access.
For over nine months, the Laindatang Water Connections project has endured arduous challenges in East Sumba. This collection of 55 images encapsulates Phase III: an unwavering endeavor to deliver clean water to a community where scarcity is an everyday reality.
These images narrate a story of action, resilience, and determination. From the challenging drilling operations to the community’s relentless efforts in transporting materials, each photo captures a shared dedication to conquering harsh terrain and unpredictable weather. Additionally, they spotlight cultural traditions such as Marapu rituals performed before drilling—an inspiring testament to the community’s unity and faith in their mission.
Phase III faced significant challenges, including collapsed well walls, limited aquifer recharge, and prolonged delays caused by rainfall. However, the spirit of Laindatang’s residents remains strong. Children carrying tools, families repairing roads, and local leaders participating in planning meetings all highlight the collaboration that is essential to this project.
As you explore this gallery, you’ll encounter the faces of those most impacted by water scarcity. Their unwavering determination motivates Fair Future Foundation to persist in finding solutions, such as their initiative to build a 110m³ reservoir scheduled for May 2025. These photographs are not just records of progress but also act as a call to action, emphasizing that sustainable solutions demand perseverance, innovation, and—most importantly—community involvement.
We cordially invite all captivated by this story to explore our photo gallery, witness this extraordinary effort, and further engage with our mission through our Instagram account.
Alex Wettstein – Fair Future Foundation medico-social camp in East Sumba – Rumah Kambera, Lambanapu – The 2nd of January 2024
