Many of us have no idea what it's like to be thirsty. We have plenty of water to drink -- even the water in our toilets is clean!

But many people around the world don’t have that luxury. Every day, about 1,400 children die from diseases caused by unsafe water and poor sanitation. But it doesn’t have to be that way. There are simple solutions like drilled wells, spring protections and BioSand filters that help provide clean water to communities around the world.

After three and half years shedding tears, finally it’s my turn to graduate! Ha. I would love to celebrate this milestone with you! Also, I’d like to use this opportunity to ask you a favour. As much as I like flowers and gifts, I’ll be much happier if I get to use this event to celebrate with those in needs. My journey in Chemical Engineering has lead my heart to those who can’t have access to clean water. Therefore, instead of bouquet or gifts, I’ll donate the money collected for it to Charity: Water. I will be very, very incredibly happy if this dream to provide more clean water and put smile on people’s face come true!

100% of the money will be used to build clean water projects, and when they’re complete, Charity: Water will send us photos and GPS coordinates so we can see the exact community we helped. I'll update you with this.

Much love and thanks,
Karina

P.S. Don’t worry. I’ll have a bouquet on the day so we won’t have awkward pose. Haha.