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Water, sanitation and hygiene for the prevention and care of neglected tropical diseases
The Defeat NCD Partnership
Background
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.
Event Objectives
- 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.
Content and Structure
Approximate course duration: 2 hours.
Languages
This course is available in the following languages: English.
Photo credits: WaterAid/ Tom Greenwood
Methodology
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.
Targeted Audience
- Governments
- Development agencies
- Civil society organizations
- Others working with them
Additional Information
Guidance note
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