Safe water and handwashing are critical in preventing the spread of COVID-19, we are working to promote both in vulnerable communities
Safe water and handwashing are critical in preventing the spread of COVID-19, we are working to promote both in vulnerable communities
In 2010, the United Nations declared its recognition of "the right to safe and clean drinking water and sanitation as a human right that is essential for the full enjoyment of life." While significant progress has been made, around the world more than:
are without access to clean, safe drinking water
are without access to improved sanitation facilities
Sub-Saharan Africa and Southern Asia continue to be disproportionately burdened with this lack of capacity. Lack of clean water and adequate sanitation is responsible for high rates of water-borne disease, for nearly 1 000 children die each day from preventable water and sanitation related diseases.
exists to end this reality.
exists to end this reality.
is an American 501(c)3 non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to strengthening water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and public health capacity in developing areas and crisis zones for improved health outcomes. Our style is:
we believe in the importance of forging strong relationships with beneficiaries in order to ensure the long-lasting impact of our efforts
we utilize robust data streams to inform our program design so that our projects are maximally effective in accomplishing their goals
discover Initiative: Eau
discover Initiative: Eau