In Santa Catarina Minas, water is as precious as it is scarce. Severe droughts and the effects of climate change have exacerbated water shortages, testing the resilience and community spirit of its residents.
The scarcity of water in Santa Catarina Minas is a daily challenge. Rivers that once flowed generously are now dry beds, and water wells have become invaluable treasures. In this context, both the El Rosario Library and the entire community face difficulties in carrying out their daily activities / more...
Amidst these challenges, Ruby's story shines as a beacon of hope and solidarity. Ruby, a craftswoman and farmer of Santa Catarina Minas, owns one of the few water wells in the region. Instead of keeping this vital resource solely for her family, Ruby has chosen to share it with her neighbors, demonstrating that in times of need, community strengthens through generosity.
Every day, Ruby opens her home to those in need of water. With an altruistic spirit, she fills buckets and containers, ensuring that no one in her community goes without this essential liquid. This act, carried out with love and steadfastness, has woven even stronger bonds among the residents of Santa Catarina Minas.
The El Rosario Library, besides being an educational haven for children, also embodies this community spirit. Limited resources have not hindered the library from continuing its mission.
With ingenuity and collaboration, community members come together to find creative solutions, such as rainwater harvesting and water-saving systems, ensuring that the library remains a place of learning and growth.
The story of Santa Catarina Minas is one of resistance and unity. Confronting adversity with courage, its residents have shown that even in the most challenging times, solidarity can flourish.
Ruby and others like her are living examples that by sharing what little we have, we can build a more hopeful future for all.
The situation in Santa Catarina Minas is an urgent reminder of the global challenges brought by climate change. However, it is also an inspiration. It shows us that with community and cooperation, we can face any adversity.
It is a call to action for all of us, from our own communities, to contribute to caring for and preserving our natural resources.
SANTA CATARINA MINAS, Santa Catarina Minas, Oaxaca, Messico
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