Phase 1 of the project moves forward in Agotové: construction of 4 ECOSAN ecological latrines
News · December 10, 2023
Phase 1 of the project moves forward in Agotové: construction of 4 ECOSAN ecological latrines
Phase 1 of the project
Before the implementation of our autonomous system for generating drinking water, the preliminary steps are crucial:
the hygiene awareness, carried out by OPED Togo; ;
the Construction of dry toilets, who play a vital role for these populations.
A question of health and dignity
Many homes or neighborhoods do not have toilets, which forces residents to go to nature in both day and night in complete insecurity, or to dig holes near their homes, with the associated hygiene and environmental problems. Improving access to adequate sanitation facilities is a matter of Public health, from human dignity, But also an essential contribution to the preservation of the local environment.
3 significant impacts of the ECOSAN ecological toilets in everyday life
Prevention of diseases
Toilets reduce the spread of water-related diseases, thereby improving the health of communities.
Respect for the environment
By preventing the contamination of soil and water sources, latrines contribute to the preservation of biodiversity and the ecosystem.
Empowerment
By providing private and safe spaces, latrines promote the empowerment of women and girls, encouraging access to education. In schools, girls are particularly affected by the lack of toilets: they often feel embarrassed to use the bathroom in the presence of their peers. During their first periods, this discomfort can be so intense that some students sometimes decide to leave school.
Investing in health infrastructure in Agotové goes beyond physical health: it is a commitment to a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.
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