The School of Greatness Matt Damon & Gary White On How A Small Idea Can Make A Global Impact EP 1248
Apr 1, 2022
Matt Damon, actor and cofounder of Water.org, teams up with Gary White, CEO of Water.org, to tackle the global water crisis. They discuss the dire need for clean water access and the profound impact this has on education and poverty, especially for young girls. By exploring innovative financial solutions like microloans, they illustrate how communities can empower themselves. Their new book, 'The Worth of Water,' underscores the necessity of collective action and personal responsibility in creating lasting change and improving lives worldwide.
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14-Year-Old Girl in Zambia
- Matt Damon's first encounter with the water crisis was in Zambia in 2006, with a 14-year-old girl.
- This girl's daily routine involved collecting water, which limited her opportunities, but she still dreamed of becoming a nurse.
The Importance of Water
- Access to water is often taken for granted, but its absence drastically shapes lives.
- For those lacking access, obtaining water becomes a primary daily concern, impacting every aspect of their lives.
Water.org's Approach
- Water.org uses a loan-based approach, empowering communities to choose their own solutions.
- Traditional charities often donate wells, but this can lead to issues if the community isn't trained on maintenance.
