True Water Vision
An online, ongoing newsletter magazine covering the news, events and features of Vera Aqua Vera Vita.
October Project Status Update: Design Completion & New Direction
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.
Securing Affordable Water & Progressing Water Rights
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.
Give Water, Give Life — This NTX Giving Day!
Join Vera Aqua Vera Vita this North Texas Giving Day and be part of something bigger than yourself. With your support, we’re not just raising funds—we're driving real change. From assembling life-saving care packages for communities in need to empowering the next generation through educational initiatives, every dollar you give fuels our mission to tackle global water inequality head-on. Together, let’s create ripples that reach far beyond North Texas. This September, let’s flow forward into a future where everyone has access to clean water -- your impact starts here!
July Project Update: New Direction and Mission Trip Impact
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!
June PSU: Legal Progress and Missionary Preparation
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.
May Project Status Update: Approaching Milestones
Discover the crucial progress made in May to secure water rights for the communities of Las Mercedes KM11 and Cerro de Leones. We’re setting the stage for sustainable water solutions and improved quality of life. Dive into the details and see how we're overcoming challenges to make a lasting impact.
April Project Status Update: Advancing Infrastructure and Legal Steps
Discover the latest progress in our April update on clean water projects in Piura, Peru. Learn about the key developments, including legal advancements and infrastructure planning, as we work towards sustainable water solutions.
March PSU: Advancing Clean Water Amidst Challenges
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.
February PSU: Permitting Progress
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.
Jan 2024 PSU: Ensuring Rights Routes
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!
Sept 2023 PSU: Solidarity Visit & Project Reinitiation
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!
May PSU: Securing Water Rights
Our Planning and Engineering team, in collaboration with local governance, is diligently compiling all the necessary documentation to show the positive impact that our clean water project will bring to the Las Mercedes KM11 community. While this may require additional time and patience, we are confident in the impact of our project proposal and we are optimistic about the outcome.
Mar '23 Project Status Update: Monte Castillo's Clean Water 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!
Annual Speakeasy Has Come So Far: Bringing Clean Water To Peru
The best part is that 100% of the proceeds raised from the evening will go towards providing people around the world with access to clean water and improved sanitation. Guests can support the Speakeasy as a sponsor and become a champion for those without clean water, receiving special perks for doing so.
Feb '23 Project Status Update: Water Rights Verbally Approved
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!