October marked an exciting month of progress in our mission to provide clean water to underserved communities. With new developments opening up in Cerro de Leones and major milestones achieved in Las Mercedes KM11, Vera Aqua Vera Vita is making strides toward sustainable water access. Dive into the full article for all the details and discover the journey behind bringing clean water to over 1,200 residents in need.

In our August Project Update, VAVV shares exciting progress in our clean water initiatives. We've successfully negotiated a lower water rate for the community of Las Mercedes KM11, making it more accessible and sustainable. Additionally, we're moving closer to securing vital water rights for Cerro de Leones, setting the stage for further development. Discover the full update on our efforts in Peru.

This July, we’re advancing quickly with a new direction for our water projects in Las Mercedes KM11 since our 2024 Mission Trip. Discover how the community we empowered is implementing their own water solution and how our mission team brought vital care to communities in need. Read for detailed updates and photos from our recent trip!

In our June Project Status Update, we share the latest advancements in our two active clean water initiatives. From crucial legal hearings and public road easement efforts to right of easements and community training, learn how we are overcoming challenges and making significant strides towards providing sustainable water solutions in rural Peru.

We are bringing sustainable clean water solutions to the communities of Las Mercedes KM11 and Cerro de Leones in rural Piura, Peru. Overcoming legal challenges and navigating bureaucratic hurdles, we are committed to ensuring that every resident has access to clean, safe water. Join us in our mission to transform lives through the power of clean water.

Dive into our February Project Status Update and discover how Vera Aqua Vera Vita is making waves in Cerro de Leones and Las Mercedes KM 11! From securing critical land easements to advancing engineering assessments, February has been a month of significant progress toward sustainable clean water access.

Ensuring Rights and Routes for our Water Projects! Clean Water is a Human Right, not a luxury - learn about our strategies to bring clean water to communities in need!

As we near the construction phase in Las Mercedes KM11, our project journey takes exciting turns. Meanwhile, our dedicated boots on the ground champions, like Renato Mejia, continue to strengthen community relations, and the Rotary Club's support reignites our efforts in Cerro de Leones. Get plugged in as we pave the way to clean, sustainable water solutions!

VAVV’s 2023 Mission Trip to Las Mercedes KM11 demonstrates the power of collective action. Through water and sanitation care packages, engaging workshops, and strengthened partnerships, this trip has ignited positive change. Learn how dedicated individuals, local youth programs, and passionate volunteers are shaping a brighter future for Las Mercedes KM11.

We are thrilled to share an exciting progress update on the Las Mercedes KM11 Clean Water Solution project in Piura. With each passing day, we are one step closer to transforming the lives of the community and creating a lasting impact.

To see the full impact of what sustainable, clean water can do for a community, VAVV explores data from Monte Castillo. Before our clean water project, this community of 7,000+ people was forced to use and drink water from highly contanimated brown water that strongly resembled chocolate milk in color. Now, they have reilable aaccess to abundant, clean water. Read this article to see the real impact clean water has on a community!

Las Mercedes KM11 has received verbal water rights approval from the Piura Government! The clean water project is making great progress towards providing sustainable change for those in need!

“Now, less than 15% of the people in the community of Monte Castillo suffer from Chronic waterborne illnesses (i.e. Diarrhea, Persistent Stomach Pain, etc.) compared to what was over 50% of the population before our clean water project,” Jacob Niemeier, Founder of VAVV, wrote. “This is amazing progress!”

The Planning and Engineering team is making great strides to get Las Mercedes KM11’s full project construction underway! We’re also implementing an impact survey to get real data on the impact of 3 years of clean water for the community of Monte Castillo!