Before reaching adulthood, Yackelin Fuentes had already discovered her calling: to communicate about a topic that remains taboo for many and to raise awareness about the importance of water and sanitation. By Andrea Ortega C. ESPAÑOL Water is a vital resource, and for Yackelin, it was also what allowed her to discover her calling. She grew up in La Guajira, … [Read more...] about The student who fights to break menstrual hygiene taboos
Closing of the Americas Regional Process at the 10th World Water Forum 2024
ESPAÑOL On Friday, April 19, 2024, the Water and Sanitation Division of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) hosted the closing event of the Americas Regional Process of the 10th World Water Forum (WWF) in Washington, DC. This hybrid event brought together prominent leaders, experts, and professionals from the sector to reflect on the progress, challenges, and … [Read more...] about Closing of the Americas Regional Process at the 10th World Water Forum 2024
Solid Waste and Secondary Raw Materials in Latin America and the Caribbean: Source of Resources and Revenue in the International Market
Español Exports of solid waste and secondary raw materials generate annual earnings of over US$23 billion for countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). More than 2% of total merchandise exports in Latin America and the Caribbean consist of secondary raw materials and solid waste, generating an average annual income of approximately US$23 billion. In contrast, … [Read more...] about Solid Waste and Secondary Raw Materials in Latin America and the Caribbean: Source of Resources and Revenue in the International Market
Handwashing: A powerful act
The simple act of handwashing may seem a trivial part of your day, but its impact goes far beyond keeping hands clean. It’s an effective and powerful measure to prevent diseases and ultimately save lives, as we witnessed during the pandemic. But are we fully aware of the importance of this practice? A look at history This was not always the case. In fact, until less … [Read more...] about Handwashing: A powerful act
The Americas’ road to 10th World Water Forum with OLAS Data
Spanish version available here The Regional Process of the Americas has come to an end. This process — coordinated by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in collaboration with governmental actors and various organizations in the region — aims to produce the regional report on the status of water in Latin America and the Caribbean, which will be presented at the 10th … [Read more...] about The Americas’ road to 10th World Water Forum with OLAS Data