Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D. Bishop | Archdiocese of Louisville

Water By Women, a nonprofit focused on water purification, is set to host a viewing event for its new documentary, "Water By Women — Empowered by Love," on December 5. Ursuline Sister of Mount St. Joseph Larraine Lauter, who co-founded the organization and serves as its executive director, plays a key role in this initiative.

The documentary "highlights the extraordinary efforts of women leading water purification teams and underscores how access to clean, safe water is transforming communities around the world," according to a statement from the nonprofit. It emphasizes that "by empowering women to take the lead in water initiatives, Water by Women is helping to prevent the spread of waterborne diseases, improving public health and saving lives — particularly those of young children who are most vulnerable to waterborne illnesses."

Directed by Dave Docimo and produced by Chris and Janet Reed of Wavelength Films, the seven-minute film made its debut at the Governor’s Conference on Energy and Environment in Lexington, Kentucky, in October. The documentary can be viewed online at waterbywomen.org/water-by-women-the-story/. Those interested in attending the viewing event can reach out to Sister Lauter at 356-9281 for more information.

Previously known as Water With Blessings until earlier this year, Water By Women operates in 48 countries worldwide.