What we do

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The need

People around the world suffer on a daily basis because they don't have access to safe water and sanitation.

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How we work

We work with local organizations to help poor communities gain access to safe water and sanitation using sustainable technologies. 

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Where we work

We have urban and rural programs in 26 countries in sub-Saharan Africa, south Asia and the Pacific region.

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Policy and research

As well as fieldwork, we undertake research to inform our advocacy and lobbying work calling for pro-poor water and sanitation policies.

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WaterAid in brief

We help poor communities in Africa, Asia and the Pacific region gain access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education, and work to influence policy.

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