Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)

The interdisciplinary team of experts conducts impact-oriented research and supports implementing organizations in the development and evaluation of innovative WASH technologies and approaches. 

Our areas of expertise include

• WASH technology development and evaluation 
• Local social innovation for WASH
• Interdisciplinary approaches to WASH including Health, Industrial and Social Design, Behavior Psychology, Information and Communication Technologies, Education, and Architecture 
• System thinking approach to improve sustainability in humanitarian action  
• Context-specific training for practitioners, teachers, and students 
• Curriculum development with universities and applied research partnerships 

• Technical backstopping support for organizations working in international development and humanitarian aid. 

Geographical outreach