EP #09: Providing Water to Communities in Need with Laura Moreno
Have you ever run out of water in your house? Usually, if this happens, there is a pretty easy solution—but what if the only way to get water was to walk hundreds of miles and then carry it back home? Today’s guest is Laura Moreno, the executive director of Nueva Life, a charitable organization that provides clean water, education, and energy solutions to communities in need.
Listen in as Laura describes what it is like to take a trip to a community in need and the life changing events that pushed her to join a charity initially. You will learn what it is like working for the Peace Corps, the importance of remembering there is always room for growth, and more.
What You'll Learn In Today's Episode:
What it is like working for a charitable company such as Nueva Life.
The importance of looking on the bright side.
What pushed Laura to join a charity and positively impact people’s lives.
Her experience working for the Peace Corps.
Why we must treat animals with love and respect.
The positive impact Laura made on the men she worked with in Fiji.
How every family is different, with different strengths and weaknesses.
Why there is always room for growth.
Ideas Worth Sharing:
“During the coronavirus pandemic, it’s been a pretty natural reaction to complain about the inconveniences we have had, but in all honesty being at home isn’t that bad.” - Robert DePasquale
“The opportunities that we are able to have here in this country are completely different than the ones we have access to in Columbia.” - Laura Moreno
“Through every family there is weaknesses and there is strengths.” - Laura Moreno
