Many of us are lucky enough not to think about the basic resources needed during menstruation. But having easy access to water and sanitation without significantly changing your daily life is a powerful tool for equity. On World Menstrual Hygiene Day, we reflect on the power that water and sanitation projects give to menstruating people. By Andrea Ortega C. The toilet … [Read more...] about Toilets: A resource for gender equality
Anamaría Núñez
Anamaría Núñez es responsable de la comunicación del sector de Infraestructura y Energía en la sede del BID en Washington DC. Tiene una maestría en Relaciones Internacionales del Instituto de Ciencias Políticas de París (Sciences Po Paris) y otra maestría en Políticas Públicas de la Universidad de Georgetown.
Graciela Castillo: A star volunteer educating people about water projects
As a beneficiary and former member of the Water Board of Lejamaní, Graciela was motivated by the desire to improve her neighbor’s living conditions to inform them about water projects in her community. Written by Andrea Ortega C. Graciela was born in “Aldea la 40”, a small community near El Progreso, in the department of Yoro, in northwestern Honduras. After the … [Read more...] about Graciela Castillo: A star volunteer educating people about water projects
Sara López: The engineer fighting for a community water and sanitation model
Seeking to make water more accessible, Sara started as the only female engineer in water infrastructure projects. Today, she holds the highest position in the company and works to maintain a community model and increase women's participation in the sector. Written by Andrea Ortega C. Sara was born in Asunción, the capital of Paraguay, to her parents and sister. Although … [Read more...] about Sara López: The engineer fighting for a community water and sanitation model
Cristina Arango: The director fighting for the inclusion of more women in water and sanitation
The woman in this news story wears a hard hat and shouts to be heard above the din of traffic and heavy machinery. Written by: Paul Constance Cristina Arango, a Colombian national and general manager of the water and sanitation company in Bogota, Colombia, stands at a busy intersection in the city center. She explains the progress of a tunnel being built 12 meters below … [Read more...] about Cristina Arango: The director fighting for the inclusion of more women in water and sanitation
Laura Guanoluisa: The advocate for waste workers
On this International Women's Day, we want to highlight women who work every day in water, sanitation and solid waste projects to improve the quality of life in their communities. Written by Paul Constance Laura Guanoluisa starts every day outnumbered by men. She is the only woman in a household with four children and a husband, "my five boys," as she affectionately calls … [Read more...] about Laura Guanoluisa: The advocate for waste workers