Frequently Asked Questions
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him said), “Whosoever digs a well will receive Reward for that from Allah SWT on the Day of Judgement when anyone amongst the jinn, men, and birds drink from it. (Bukhari & Muslim).”
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Are WFL and WASH projects Zakat Eligible?
There are various opinions among respected Islamic Scholars about this. In areas hit by disasters and/or drought stricken, some of the Scholars allow the use of Zakat money for water projects. Generally speaking Scholars do not allow water projects as Zakat eligible. HHRD does not spend general zakat on these projects, but if some donors send Zakat money for a water project, we do not object, as patrons are responsible for making this choice based on the opinion of the scholars, whom they can refer to locally in their communities.
Can we do WFL and WASH projects in the name of our loved ones?
Yes. When patrons submit their donations, for WFL and WASH projects, we do ask in whose name the project will be done so that a plaque is placed at the site of the project. This requests beneficiaries to pray for the loved ones of the families, who have sponsored the project.
Emergency Relief Program:
How do fresh water shortages occur?
Improve clean drinking water during natural and manmade disasters, such as famine, drought, floods, earthquake, typhoons, wars, etc.; so as to avoid water borne diseases
What is the life of a Water Well and Water Pump project?
Trucking water into large reservoirs placed in areas where the affected population is residing after a disaster
Mainly there are four reasons for water paucity: arid weather, drought (a period in which rainfall is much lower and evaporation is higher than normal); dehydration of the ground due deforestation and overgrazing by cattle; and water stress due to increasing numbers of people that rely on limited levels of run-off.
Both these projects involved initial digging and boring. This initial effort and bore is done until the water source is properly done, and as such the reward will be InshaAllah be eternal. The other materials and infrastructure have varying life of ten to twenty five years, which with proper maintenance and replacement can be further enhanced.
How is the maintenance and sustainability of the WFL and WASH projects ensured?
Both these projects involved initial digging and boring. This initial effort and bore is done until the water source is properly done, and as such the reward will be InshaAllah be eternal. The other materials and infrastructure have varying life of ten to twenty five years, which with proper maintenance and replacement can be further enhanced.
How do you choose the location of the WFL and WASH projects?
Usually HHRD projects and programs are chosen based on an emergency relief effort in the area. Whenever HHRD is involved in providing emergency relief services, WFL & WASH projects as long-term strategies are always considered wherever feasible and needed. Typically that would mean that the regions where HHRD operates are not easy, needing more efforts and resources for proper implementation, and that is reflected on the price and longer schedules of the WFL & WASH projects.
Why do the WFL and WASH projects costs fluctuate?
The cost of WFL and WASH projects is dependent on: the easy availability of necessary materials; simple access to the project site, locally available reliable and less expensive vendors, suppliers, labors and experienced contractors, regulations of the governments, types of terrain and soil conditions, and depth of digging etc. And as such the prices fluctuate from region to region within one country as well as, from country to country.
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Cost of Various Water Projects (Year 2015): Public and School Latrines in Pakistan
$800 - $1,000
Basic Hand and Affrediv Pump in Pakistan $1,500 - $2,500 Basic Hand and Affrediv Pump in Afghanistan
$3,000 - $3,500
Submersible Water Pump Projects with Reservoir Tank (Pakistan)
$5,000 - $7,000
Wells Projects in Pakistan and Africa
$5,000 - $10,000
R. O. Water Purification Systems in Pakistan $20,000 - $25,000
Does HHRD perform water quality laboratory tests?
Yes. HHRD local teams perform two water quality tests: one prior to the start of a WFL project to test the soil of the area to determine the approximate quality of water at the source aquifer. After determining the appropriate location to dig for the water project, once the water project is finished, another comprehensive water quality test is done at a credible laboratory to determine the fitness of the drinking water as per various international and national standards.
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Water is indispensable in maintaining life; an adequate, safe and accessible supply of water is essential for the very survival of our world. Improving access to safe drinking water, and making the habitation and environment cleaner is of paramount interest to each and every human being. WFL and WASH Programs of HHRD have improved access to clean drinking water for close to 120,000 people just in the last year alone (2014).
Objectives:
HHRD Water and Sanitation Hygiene Program (WASH): “Cleanliness is Half the Faith”,hadith of the ProphetMuhammad (pbuh) Sahih Muslim
Basic Hygiene and Health Education Sessions Distribution of Hygiene Kits Maintenance of Water Sanitation Standards Installation of Water Purification Systems Safe Household & Public Latrines
HHRD Water for Life Program (WFL): HHRD Water Wells Program (Dug Well, Shallow Well, Deep Well, Tube-Well) HHRD Water Standard Hand, Affrediv, and Submersible Pumps Program HHRD Emergency Relief Water Program
Water Pumps and Wells Program: Aims to provide access and proximity to clean drinking water Timeline of 9-12 months Community ownership for future maintenance and sustainability through local water committee or humanitarian forums Water Pumps: Countries: Afghanistan and Pakistan Water Wells: Countries: Somalia, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Pakistan
HHRD Water for Life Program (WFL):
Discover water sources: where absent or in shortage Improve access to clean drinking water Prevent water borne diseases Raise awareness of proper sanitation and hygiene practices Construct proper sanitation amenities