Walk4Water 18

Walk4Water on Saturday, May 10 will be held at Foothills Park in downtown Lake Oswego. We encourage you to invite your family and friends.  The more people who come, the more impactful the event is for all participants.

There is no registration fee, the event is free for all.

Registering for the Walk helps us a lot.  Knowing how many people are coming enables us to get an adequate supply of food and coffee and helps with other preparations. 

The Walk simulates the walks Zambian women and girls take every day to get water.  

Date/time: Saturday, May 10.  Gather at 9:30 for food and music.  The Walks begin at 10:00.

Location: Foothills Park, Lake Oswego 

Two walk routes:  The Traditional Lake Walk and the shorter, flatter Accessible River Walk.  Bring your own bucket or anything you can use to carry water.

Featured Guest from Zambia:  Wezi Karia, the COO of World Vision Zambia, will share stories of the impact our Walks are making in Zambia.

The Walk is free, but every one-time donation of $50 provides one Zambian with safe, accessible water for the rest of their life.  Again, your presence at the Walk is the most important thing, but if you want to donate, it will make a huge difference to women and girls in Zambia who are making the long walk every day.

About Our Special Guest

Wezi Kaira, a dedicated professional with over 18 years of experience at World Vision Zambia, currently serves as the Integrated Programs Director. In this role, Wezi leads a diverse team of sponsorship and grant management leaders who collectively oversee a portfolio of support from various sources, including child sponsorships, public and private grants, government funding, and donations from churches and individuals. With an annual average budget of $40 million, Wezi’s team directly impacts the lives of more than 1.5 million children.

Throughout his career at World Vision Zambia, Wezi has managed grants and technical teams, demonstrating exceptional leadership and a strong commitment to the well-being of children. Wezi has previously held the roles of Grant Acquisition Director, Chief of Party for a large USAID-funded project, Regional Operations Manager, and Area Programs Manager. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Wezi is a devoted family man and active member of the Redeemed Methodist Church in Lusaka. He holds a Master of Social Sciences in Development Studies from Helsinki University and a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Development Studies from the University of Zambia.

Wezi Kaira, a seasoned development professional with over 18 years of experience at World Vision Zambia, where he serves as Integrated Programs Director. Managing a diverse portfolio of sponsorship and grant initiatives totaling $40 million annually, Wezi’s leadership directly impacts the lives of more than 1.5 million children. His career highlights include overseeing large projects and holding key roles in sponsorship and regional operations. Wezi’s passion for improving the well-being of children extends beyond his professional life, making him an inspiring advocate for events like Walk4Water in Oregon.

We are grateful Wezi will be able to join us at the walk this year and share about the work is being done.