Just Water

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To take on the ultimate new year detox, you'll need to drink nothing but water – for a week or the whole month – and fundraise to give others the gift of clean water.

After the indulgence of the festive season, January is the perfect time to give your body a fresh start (and your bank balance a boost)!

By getting sponsored for this challenge you'll help reach the almost 1 in 10 people around the world who don't have clean water close to home. Drink water, give water. Are you in?

Sign up as a school

No squash, no juice, no sugary fizzy drinks – can your pupils take on the challenge?

We'll send you free tools and activities to help your students stay motivated as they learn about the importance of clean water, and reflect on what life would be like without it.

Take it on as a team

Get your friends, family or colleagues involved and take on Just Water as a team.

You could make the challenge more manageable by splitting up the month between you, or you could all do the full four weeks and raise even more sponsorship! It's up to you – just make sure everyone in your team signs up.

Not quite convinced yet? Here are three good reasons to join us:

1. Do good for others

Drink water, give water – it's as simple as that. Get sponsored to drink Just Water and you'll help bring clean water to people around the world.

2. Do good for you

Kickstart the New Year with the ultimate detox! Drinking nothing but water is the perfect way to reset your system after the indulgence of the festive period.

3. Challenge yourself

Focus on your willpower and dig deep to avoid the temptations of your morning cuppa or Friday night pint.

How we'll help you

Meet some past Just Water champions

Joanna from Kensington who took part in WaterAid's Just Water challenge "People think I'm crazy to only drink water for a year. My advice to others is get used to sparkling water, have a slice of lemon or lime, and add ice. Dark chocolate makes up for it too!" - Joanna Image: WaterAid/Sarah Raoufian
Mimi after her fundraising for WaterAid Mimi after her fundraising for WaterAid Image: WaterAid
Mary, who took part in Just Water in 2018 "I feel healthier after doing Just Water. So much so that I'll be drinking a lot more water now - especially hot water, which I've developed a liking for." - Mary

Please note: for most people drinking more water can only be a good thing, but if you're worried about how it might affect you then please consult your doctor before starting the challenge.