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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...

It’s time for toilets to be treated as an urgent global priority.

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“What we don’t discuss, we can’t improve.”   In the words of  the World Toilet Organization founder Jack Sim,  We need to continue addressing the taboo nature of toilets and shine a spotlight on sanitation each World Toilet Day .