World Toilet Day

FAO: An overview of FAO's initiatives to implement Sanitation Safety Plans in countries like Jordan, Palestine, Tunisia, and Libya , aiming to manage health risks associated with wastewater reuse.  ILO: The story of Shafique Massih, a sewer worker in Lahore, Pakistan, whose daily life is fullof dangers as he works to provide an essential service .  ILO: This blog delves into the often-overlooked labour force responsible for wastewatertreatment , discussing conditions, challenges, and the critical role these workers play in achieving sustainable development.  UNESCAP: This blog highlights how rising global temperatures are accelerating glacier meltin the ‘Third Pole’ region , threatening water security and increasing the risk of floods and landslides.  UNFPA: This story highlights the empowerment of women sanitation workers in India , showcasing initiatives that provide them with better working conditions, safety measures, and recognition for their crucial role in p...

• 22% of schools worldwide have no access to basic sanitation services, affecting learning, dignity, and attendance, especially for girls . (WHO/UNICEF, 2024)  • Inadequate sanitation and hygiene are linked to the transmission of diseases such ascholera, diarrhoea, dysentery, hepatitis A, and typhoid . (WHO, 2023)  • Unsafe water, sanitation and hygiene are responsible for the deaths of around 1,000 children under five every day. (WHO, 2023)