Policy and research

All of WaterAid's international offices are engaged in advocacy, policy and research work.  Click on the links below to find out more about our policy program in the USA, and worldwide.

Advocacy

Find out why WaterAid aims to engage in advocacy to influence the policies and practice of the main decision-makers, donors and public.

The Water for the World Act

WaterAid supports this legislation, which aims to strengthen US Government support for sustainable water programs.

Water for the Poor Act Report

Read our response to the 2011 Report to Congress on US foreign assistance programs for water and sanitation in developing countries.

Reforming the US foreign aid system

As the US foreign aid system is reviewed, WaterAid highlights the vital role water and sanitation play in reducing global poverty.

Sanitation and water for all

WaterAid played a key role in the development of a global partnership called Sanitation and Water for All, launched in April 2010.

WASH working group

WaterAid has led the development of the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Working Group, a US-based advocacy coalition.

1,000 Days Partnership

WaterAid is part of the 1,000 Days Partnership
that promotes improved nutrition for pregnant mothers and children through the age of two.

Documents and publications

Visit WaterAid's international website for a full list of WaterAid's policy, advocacy and research publications.

International Water Forum

The International Water Forum was held in September 2011 to develop plans for an awareness campaign on the global water crisis.

Water point in Madagascar

Take action - Write to your Members of Congress

Ask your Member of Congress to support the Senator Paul Simon Water for the World Act. It will make our existing aid more effective and allow us to impact more lives—without spending any more money.

Take action now

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