Policy and research

Policy and research

WaterAid believes in water and sanitation for all. We have been working with some of the world's poorest people for over 25 years.

Find the latest policy research on the global water and sanitation crisis, including our new urban toolkit.

Documents and publications

Documents and publications

Search a comprehensive list of WaterAid's policy, advocacy and research publications.

Citizens' Action

Governance and accountability 

We are working hard to improve governance and accountability around the world.

Financing the sector

Financing the sector

Funding for water and sanitation needs to increase and improve to ensure investments reach those most in need.

Candlelit vigil in Delhi

Advocacy

Find out why and how WaterAid lobbies decision-makers to encourage lasting political change.

Climate change and water resources

Climate change and water resources

The impact of climate change on our work.

Policy issues we work on