A DAY dedicated to raising awareness of the issues facing remote communities in getting access to water has been organised by the Isle of Wight charity Roll Out the Barrel.

Taking place as part of the UN World Water Day, on March 22, all 52 of the Island's schools have been invited to get involved.

The charity will work with schools to teach children about the way water is transported by children in developing countries.

Roll Out the Barrel has created a special barrel that can be pulled along the ground that makes it much easier for communities to fetch water, meaning children have time to go to school.

Everyone who takes part will receive a certificate of inclusion in the United Nations World Water Day.

A fundraising night is also set to take place at Prezzo, High Street, Newport.

The World Water Day Dinner and AfroArt Exhibition will feature original African artwork for sale.

Find out more about the schools event and purchase dinner tickets here via http://www.benefitgigs.com/wwd