Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Caring Report 2025 highlights clean water and sanitation initiatives in Burkina Faso, Mexico, and Bolivia

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ 2025 Caring Report highlights ongoing efforts to provide clean water, sanitation, and community development in various regions. These initiatives focus on practical needs that affect daily life, particularly for students and families who previously lacked reliable access to safe water sources.

In Burkina Faso, the report describes the experience of a student named Bibata, who previously faced difficulties attending school and focusing on her education due to the burden of securing water. According to the report, the Church’s water initiatives provided on-site access to water for all needs, eliminating the need to bring water from home or travel long distances. Bibata shared that this change allowed her to attend class and focus on her life more effectively.

Access to clean water is presented as a factor beyond simple hydration, influencing safety, citizenship, and the ability to thrive. The report emphasizes that reliable water access supports educational stability and community well-being, particularly in areas where infrastructure is limited.

In Mexico, the Church collaborated with a local organization to establish a sustainable drinking water system in the community of Villa de Santa Ana Nichi. The project served approximately 2,500 people over a five-year period and included a multi-year program involving many teenagers. This collaboration aimed to provide long-term water security and community development.

In Bolivia, the report details the story of a young girl named Yolanda, who previously spent hours each day collecting water from a river before school. This routine was common among many children in her community. The introduction of clean water at school changed this daily burden, allowing students to focus on their education rather than the labor of water collection.

These examples illustrate a broader pattern of service work that addresses basic human needs through practical infrastructure and local partnerships. The report frames these efforts as part of a wider commitment to serving communities through mercy and neighbor-love, aligning with the biblical principle of caring for those in need as outlined in Galatians 6:10.

The 2025 Caring Report underscores the impact of sustained, localized interventions in water and sanitation. By addressing the root causes of hardship, such as lack of access to clean water, these initiatives support educational outcomes and community stability. The focus remains on tangible, measurable improvements in the daily lives of individuals and communities served.

Source: Read the original report (translated from Mandarin Chinese)