Water Project
Access to clean water remains a major challenge in many Niger Delta communities. To address this, the Ijaw Women of America (IWA), a diaspora-led group, has launched several water projects to improve health, reduce waterborne diseases, and support rural Ijaw communities. Focused on sustainable solutions, especially for women and children, these efforts strengthen community resilience and promote inclusive development.
Aven Town
Patani LGA Delta State
In the quiet town of Aven, deep in the heart of Patani LGA, the villagers had long struggled with a lack of clean water. Children walked miles to fetch water from a distant, murky stream, and sickness was a frequent visitor.
Then, on February, 2019, everything changed.
Epelleama Town
Opobo/Nkoro LGA Rivers State
In the riverside town of Epelleama, nestled within Opobo/Nkoro LGA of Rivers State, clean drinking water was a luxury many could not afford. The community relied on rainwater and distant streams, but during the dry season, water scarcity became a harsh reality.
Opuama Community
South Ijaw LGA Bayelsa State
In the riverside community of Opuama, located in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, access to clean and reliable drinking water had long been a pressing challenge. For generations, residents depended on seasonal rain and far-off water sources, with the dry season bringing months of intense scarcity.
Arogbo Town
ESE-ODO LGA Ondo State
In the heart of Arogbo, nestled within Ese-Odo Local Government Area of Ondo State, clean and sustainable water had long been a pressing need. Now, thanks to the unwavering commitment of Ijaw Women of America Inc. (IWA), the community proudly celebrates the launch of its third solar-powered borehole water project
Elem Tombia Town
Degema LGA Rivers State
On June 24th, 2019, the remote island community of Elem Tombia, deep within the Tombia Kingdom of Degema Local Government Area in Rivers State, witnessed a moment of transformation. Access to clean water — once a distant dream — became a reality as Ijaw Women of America Inc. (IWA) commissioned its 4th Solar Panel Borehole Water Project, fully funded and donated by The Akkio Abbey Foundation USA Inc.
Iwokiri II
Isaka, Okrika LGA Rivers State
In the coastal community of Iwokiri II, located in Isaka, Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State, a new chapter has begun. For years, access to clean and reliable water remained a daily struggle. But thanks to the unwavering commitment of Ijaw Women of America Inc. (IWA), that struggle has finally come to an end.
Oloibiri Community
Ogbia Clan, Bayelsa State
Today, that story takes a hopeful turn, as Ijaw Women of America Inc. (IWA) extends its transformative initiative, “Clean Water for All Ijaw Land,” to this iconic community. Through the installation of a solar-powered borehole water project, Oloibiri now has access to safe and sustainable water — a basic right that had been denied for far too long.