She used to have to hike uphill each day to a contaminated mountain stream for all of her water, but now Clemencia does her laundry at her household water connection, known as a "pila", thanks to Water.org.
Daily routine
In this clip, Señora Clemencia Amaya washes her family's clothing like she does every day. But today, it is different -- she has ready access to clean water. With a family of fourteen to take care of, Clemencia's household water connection is an absolutely invaluable asset.
Capital: Tegucigalpa
Population of 8 million
1 million lack safe water
2.6 million have no sanitation services
2.4% infant mortality
50% live in poverty
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