UNCW group educates Williston Middle students on clean water

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — In an attempt to teach some local students about third world countries and water shortage, the UNCW Global Water Brigade is helping out.

They held an event to educate students from Williston Middle School and raise money for those who don’t have access to water.

They had different stations set up to simulate the walk for water in Africa, building a water purifier using household materials, and experiencing the hardships and time required to collect water.

The school has raised nearly $200 so far.