Inclusive WASH

This 2016 Exploratory Study on Menstruation Management in Timor-Leste was commissioned by the BESIK program to gain insights to the factors that affect menstruation management among rural women in Timor-Leste. Insights gained from this research will be used to influence the design of sanitation programs.

The UN Special Rapporteur for human rights to water and sanitation has published a report on the links between gender equality, WASH and human rights.

Between October and November 2015 the Rural Water Supply Network’s Equality, Non-discrimination and Inclusion theme enjoyed lively e-discussions and two webinars on Reducing Inequalities in WASH. This covered 1) practical approaches to improve participation of everyone, 2) inclusive infrastructure designs and 3) information, guidance and support that exist on these. This report synthesises these online discussions, draws on relevant content from the webinars and highlights experiences and lessons learn.

The report can be found on the Rural Water Supply Network here.