My research on nuclear desalination got me thinking about clean water supply in the world.

My 22nd birthday is around the corner (this Friday, hurray!) Each year, I look forward to my birthday when my friends and family gather to pamper(spoil, haha) me with gifts, flowers and cakes.

As you may know, my research on nuclear desalination is at the final stage, which got me thinking about clean water supply in the world. I don’t usually ask for presents, but this year I’ve decided to make an exception. I’m asking all my friends and family to donate to charity: water and give clean water to people who need it, instead of giving me gifts.

Did you know that almost a billion people on the planet don’t have access to clean drinking water? Every day, 5,000 kids die from water-related illnesses before they reach their fifth birthday. 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.

100% of every dollar you donate to my birthday campaign will be used to build clean water projects in developing countries. charity: water funds their operating costs separately through a group of private donors, so 100% of all public donations will go directly to people in need.

Help me make this birthday my best ever -- donate to my campaign!