Ninh Thuan primary schools receive water filter systems

Eight primary schools in two poor rural areas of Ninh Phuoc and Ninh Hai districts in the southern province of Ninh Thuan received water filter systems on October 25.

The aid, worth 335 million VND, is provided by the company Diageo Vietnam as part of its efforts to improve the quality of life in Vietnam in coordination with the East Meets West (EMW) foundation.

Director of Diageo Vietnam Stephane Gripon said the systems will provide drinking water for 4,700 students to minimise the risks of unhygienic water.

The company and its partners have also organised training and improved students and their parents’ awareness of environmental hygiene.

An EMW official said the aid and training courses aim to help the students and their families develop hygienic habits at home and in school, and reduce illness in the community.

This is the third time Diageo Vietnam and the EMW foundation have presented water filter systems to local schools, helping a total of 41 schools and over 28,000 students.