What we do

Madagascar dirty water hole

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 27 countries in sub-Saharan Africa, south Asia, the Pacific region and Central America.

Bangladesh water point

Policy and research

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

Uganda water point

WaterAid in brief

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

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