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Scott Harrison: From Night Club Debauchery To Humanitarian Devotion | How To Find What Drives Your Soul

Sep 23, 2024
Scott Harrison, founder of charity:Water, shares his incredible journey from a nightlife promoter in New York City to a dedicated humanitarian. He candidly discusses the emptiness of his former life and a life-changing sabbatical in Africa, where he witnessed the devastating clean water crisis. Harrison emphasizes the transformative power of access to clean water and its impact on communities, especially women and girls. He champions a new approach to charity that fosters transparency and encourages personal involvement in humanitarian efforts.
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  • Scott Harrison transitioned from a hedonistic nightclub promoter to a passionate humanitarian after witnessing the global water crisis in Africa.
  • He founded Charity Water to provide clean drinking water, emphasizing its crucial role in health, education, and economic empowerment, especially for women and girls.

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Transformation from Nightclub Promoter to Humanitarian

Scott Harrison shares his transformative journey from a successful nightclub promoter in New York City to the founder of Charity Water. After a decade of indulging in the nightlife scene marked by excessive partying and superficiality, he experienced a deep sense of emptiness and sought a more meaningful life. A pivotal moment occurred while volunteering on a hospital ship in Africa, where he witnessed the dire consequences of unsafe drinking water. This realization drove him to abandon his hedonistic lifestyle and dedicate his life to providing clean water to those in need.

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