A toilet, clean water, and soap for washing are basic needs. For many people in our project regions, however, these things are not to be taken for granted. A third of the world’s population has no access to sanitary facilities, although a functioning water supply and sanitation system, as well as the opportunity to practice basic hygiene measures are essential for a healthy life.

That is why despite our focus on health, our projects in the field of water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) form a cornerstone of our work. By taking an integrated approach to health and incorporating components from the fields of health, nutrition, and WASH, we can provide simple and effective solutions with a high level of resilience to natural disasters and crises, which can be implemented by local communities themselves.

Access to safe sanitation in northern Colombia is inadequate. Common consequences for the already poor population are diseases and malnutrition. This week, MI Americas Executive Director, Ravi Tripptrap, along with MI Americas Board Member, Edward J. Delaney, and MI Americas Development Manger, Ellen Powers, visited the rural population in La Guajira who benefit from our programs, especially women and children, whose lives, health and living conditions are improving thanks to our  water, sanitation, and hygiene program.

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