Amid a growing health and environmental crisis at Myanmar’s iconic Inle Lake, an innovative solution is emerging: floating bio-septic toilets. Designed to withstand floods and treat waste safely, these systems will transform sanitation for water-based communities. With support from World Vision, the project offers new hope for disease prevention, cleaner water, and long-term resilience—especially for women and children. This story explores how a simple yet powerful design could shape a healthier future for flood-prone regions across Myanmar.

CHIEF OF PARTY FOR INFECTIOUS DISEASES, GLOBAL FUND GRANT, SOMALIA

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