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From skills to soap to self-reliance
Through guidance from CAWST the Ethiopian Kale Heywet Church Humanitarian Aid Development Commission strengthened its ability to deliver practical water, sanitation, and hygiene solutions in the community
Creating change that lasts for generations: Celebrating Tal Woolsey's retirement
After nearly three decades empowering communities worldwide with water knowledge, CAWST's Vice President of Global Services Tal Woolsey retires, leaving a legacy that will last through generations.
Turning a global commitment into action
At CAWST, we know that global commitments only matter when they lead to real change on the ground. That is why we launched the WASH Capacity Accelerator, an initiative grounded in years of experience strengthening local water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) capacity around the world.
A shared mission across borders
Partners sharing sustainable methods for latrine pit development during the Africa learning exchange.
From sickness to strength: a grandmother’s struggle and solution to safe water in India
Making a difference for generations: How CAWST’s engineering solutions have transformed communities in India.
“No more stomach aches:” the power of the biosand filter in the heart of the Amazon
How a simple, shared idea helps families in Brazil
When women lead, girls succeed: Building healthy schools, empowering students
40,682 children in East Africa now learn in cleaner, safer schools thanks to women-led water, sanitation and hygiene.
Returning to Syria stronger and more resilient
After years of operating from Türkiye, Ihsan Relief and Development (IhsanRD) has returned to Syria, rejoining communities now making their way home after more than a decade of conflict and a devastating earthquake.
Breaking the silence: Why men matter in menstrual health and hygiene
People discussing the myths and taboos on menstruation, sharing their unique experiences from areas they’ve worked in.
How the power of community transformed a school
For years, students at Fenta School struggled with poor sanitation. But through the determination of students, teachers, and the community, things are starting to change.
Building a better world together: CAWST celebrates International Development Week
A conversation with Fola Adeyeye, honored as an Alberta Council of Global Cooperation Top 30 Under 30 award recipient.
How CAWST saves lives
At the Centre for Affordable Water and Sanitation Technology (CAWST), we believe in a world where people have the opportunity to succeed because their basic water and sanitation needs have been met.
The power of collaboration and training in Chocó, Colombia
In the heart of Chocó, a region on Colombia’s Pacific coast, collaboration is proving to be the cornerstone of effective humanitarian aid and training in clean Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH).
Ways to give
Considering making a gift this holiday season? There are a lot of options out there for charitable giving, and a lot of worthy causes competing for your attention.
Why should you care about World Toilet Day?
Life without a toilet is dirty, dangerous and devoid of human dignity — everyone should have access to hygiene through the safe, sustainable sanitation toilets provide.
Empowering change: How our partner is transforming lives in Honduras with safe water solutions
Are you curious about how making water knowledge common knowledge creates lasting change around the world? In this article, you'll discover the inspiring story of Agua Pura para el Mundo (APPM), a trusted training partner that has just relaunched in Honduras.