In Vorukh, located in Uzbekistan’s Ferghana Valley, water is a precious commodity and a highly-charged political issue - especially in border communities. Conflicts arise regularly between communities which must share water, especially during the growing seasons. The systems that supply the water are often so dilapidated that the problem is made worse.

Discussions in class encouraged the children to express their own ideas about water conservation as budding journalists, artists, actors, etc. Discussions were followed by games, quizzes, and contests.

Children shared their ideas for public service announcements that could be used for a national campaign to encourage everyone in the country to save water. Contest winners delivered a presentation at the closing press conference.