WASH
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Improving sanitation: What works and what doesn’t
Approximately one billion people worldwide lack access to proper sanitation. How does this impede development, and what investments are necessary to bridge this gap?
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Lessons from a community-led WASH programme in the Democratic Republic of Congo
A community-led water, sanitation, and hygiene programme in the Democratic Republic of Congo improved access but was unable to protect child health. Evidence suggests that more investment in water quality may be necessary to reduce diarrheal diseases...
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Protecting girls at school: How sanitation infrastructure can reduce sexual violence
In India, over 30% of reported rape cases involve victims under 18, with girls particularly at-risk. Legal reforms and cultural shifts are essential, but slow to implement. Could school toilets provide a short-term solution to the problem?