WATERCAN/EAU VIVE CORPORATION LA CORPORATION WATERCAN/EAU VI

Published purpose

This project aims to improve the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) of women and adolescent girls in Burkina Faso, Liberia, Pakistan and Sierra Leone. This is done through menstrual health and hygiene interventions. Project activities include: (1) refurbishing and constructing gender-sensitive latrines and sanitation stations for improved menstrual hygiene management in schools, healthcare facilities and communities; (2) engaging local businesses, women entrepreneurs and youth groups to supply menstrual hygiene products; and (3) lobbying government authorities to develop plans, policies and budgets for menstrual health management in schools, communities and healthcare centers. This project directly benefits 91,450 people, of whom 72% women, including youth under the age of 19. WaterAid Canada, in partnership with Canada World Youth and Simavi leads the project.