In Ecuador, in the wake of a strong earthquake in April 2016, the crew were involved in an emergency mission in the worst affected regions, in collaboration with the Franco-Ecuadorian association Ecuasol. Almost 100 filters were handed out, which helped produce drinking water to prevent epidemics.

The Sail for Water NGO also played a role on the island of Kuro in Fiji, which was completely devastated by cyclone Wintson in February 2016.

To ensure the filters were used as efficiently as possible, additional actions were taken to train young people in schools, mothers and village chiefs, responsible for the production of drinking water, and raise their awareness of hygiene, in particular washing hands, keeping the filters clean and in working order, and treating water.

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