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Water, sanitation and hygiene for the prevention and care of neglected tropical diseases

The Defeat NCD Partnership

Tipo
Course
Ubicación
Web-based
Duración
2 Horas
Área del programa
Other
Precio
0,00 US$
Correo Electrónico del Centro de Coordinación del Evento
globalhealth@unitar.org

Antecedentes

Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) can cause significant disabilities and even death. These diseases affect more than 1.6 billion people worldwide, primarily among the most vulnerable communities. Access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services plays a critical role in the prevention, management, and care of NTDs.

Objetivos del evento

 

  • Conduct an analysis to describe the role, importance, and impact of WASH in the prevention and care of NTDs.
  • Identify, promote, and communicate opportunities for WASH and NTD actors to engage and seek collaboration.
  • Access and use tools and resources to promote, initiate, lead, and support joint activities at national and sub-national levels.

Contenido y estructura

Approximate course duration: 2 hours.

Languages

This course is available in the following languages: English.

Photo creditsWaterAid/ Tom Greenwood

Metodología

Assessment & Awards

You will receive a Confirmation of Participation upon completing all the modules in this course. Please note that this award does not serve as a professional qualification.

Público objetivo

  • Governments
  • Development agencies
  • Civil society organizations
  • Others working with them

Información adicional

Guidance note  

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