The side event took ‘Sanitation for Education and Health – An Integrated Approach to Human Development took place during the HLPF in NY on 12 July, presented by Water Supply and Sanitation Collaboration Council (WSSCC), State of Qatar (Qatar Fund for Development), Global Citizen, and Education Cannot Wait. With half of the global population lacking access to safely managed sanitation, and over 2 billion people lacking access to sanitation completely, the side event focused on sanitation as a key determinant of health and education. Panelists shared examples of successful projects, celebrated effective partnerships, identified ongoing challenges, and highlighted the need for continued progress.

Produced by Tasha Goldberg and filmed/edited by Hernán Aguilar.