Type
Course
Water, sanitation and hygiene for the prevention and care of neglected tropical diseases
Location
Web-based
Duration
2 Hours
Programme Area
Other
Price
$0.00
Event Focal Point Email
globalhealth@unitar.org
Registration
Public – by registration
Mode of Delivery
E-learning
Language(s)
English
Pillar
The Defeat NCD Partnership
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.
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.
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
The content of this course has been validated, verified, and is owned by the WHO Water Sanitation and Health unit. This course is not a WHO Academy co-produced course. In case of any concerns or feedback on the course content, please share your feedback in the survey form at the end of this course.
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