Nearly 1 million people die each year from water, sanitation and hygiene related diseases. Access to safe water and sanitation contributes to improved health and helps prevent the spread of infectious disease.

Women and girls spend
200 million hours every
day collecting water. When women have access to safe water at home, they have time to work, go to school
and care for their family.

Children are often responsible for collecting water for their families, taking time away from school and play. Access to safe water gives children time to play and opportunity for a bright future.

Time spent gathering water or seeking safe sanitation accounts for billions in lost economic opportunities. Access to safe water and sanitation at home gives families more time to pursue education and work opportunities that will help them break the cycle of poverty.