Flush of success

Click to read Barbara Frost's blog post on The Guardian's website

25 March 2008

Poor sanitation is rarely discussed but is a global killer. Yet small steps are transforming lives - and you can help too

WaterAid Chief Executive Barbara Frost contributed to The Guardian's Comment is free blog on 21 March with an article discussing the water and sanitation crisis affecting the developing world.

While issues like health care and education most often grab headlines, water and sanitation remains the silent crisis that claims the lives of millions each year. Read Barbara's post to find out why it is crucial that we raise awareness for water and sanitation, and to learn about the small steps being made to help the billions who need it.

In addition to Barbara's post, visit The Guardian's website to view three short films about WaterAid's work to enable the world's poorest people to gain access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene education.