Spent a week in San Jose, Tarlac, Philippines, documenting the community water initiatives led by Waves for Water, alongside the Aeta community and Kennedys Group.
The project brought clean water solutions to several communities through three key initiatives:
Rainwater Catchment Systems: Installation of three elevated 2,000-liter rainwater tanks connected to community tap points in Sitio San Pedro, Barangay Iba.
Water Reservoir Rehabilitation: Restoration and reinforcement of an existing reservoir, supported by a 3-kilometer hose piping system connecting it to a mountain water source in Sitio Agus, Barangay Burgos.
Water Filtration Systems: Distribution of 88 water filtration systems across three sitios, including Sitio Tala in Barangay Burgos.
From hauling construction materials to laying pipes and installing water systems, the week was a documentation of collaboration, hard work, and collective effort.
Beyond the infrastructure, the project reflects what communities and partners can accomplish together to improve access to clean water and support everyday life.
More than just documenting the work, it was an opportunity to witness the people, process, and purpose behind an initiative making a tangible difference in local communities.
Credits
Camera: Mel Rich Miscala and Jeff Gu
Editing: Jeff Gu
