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ACWW / INTERNATIONAL / COMMUNITY SUPPORT Members of the ACWW, International and Community Support Committee work with members and the community to provide support for families in
ACWW The Country Women's Association of Victoria Incorporated is affiliated with the Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW) – the largest international organization of rural women, active in over 70 countries. Working in partnership with its members worldwide, ACWW offers mutual support, friendship and practical help. For more details about the work of ACWW please visit www.acww.org.uk/ WATER FOR ALL Water is essential for life, yet over a billion people – a sixth of the world’s population – lack access to clean water and effective sanitation. Every year millions die from water related diseases. It is not just the absence of clean drinking water, there are also problems with sanitation and hygiene. Polluted water and inadequate sanitation are principal causes of illness. In many developing countries women and children in rural areas spend much of their time collecting water and carrying it back to their homes, often in dangerous circumstances. ACWW aims to alleviate rural poverty by focusing on the provision of fresh water, irrigation, sanitation, health and the environment. ACWW supports projects that benefit the whole community. Community involvement ensures that projects are relevant to local needs. SOUTH PACIFIC AREA COMMUNITY SUPPORT DROUGHT AND FIRES AID Pamper packs are still in great demand. Thank you all very much for the material bags that have been sewn. Thank you to members and people in the community for all the toiletries and special pamper items that have been donated. Sewing kits and packs for children are also being prepared. OTHER ONGOING AID Goods are regularly given to Peter Mac, Thank you for your very generous donations Please ask for assistance Pamper packs and sewing kits are still available. Contact the Office 03 9827 8971 to request items for your area.
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