Local Government: The Gram Panchayat has an important role. This Chairman is very proud that his … Read more about Achieving total sanitation in West Bengal
Ceramic Filter Nicaragua – too poor to buy a new tap, a sad story
And the economic distress of many families is a serious setback. This lady can not buy a new tap … Read more about Ceramic Filter Nicaragua – too poor to buy a new tap, a sad story
Ceramic Water Filter Nicaragua – a positive family
The daughter of this family is too shy in front of the camera, but her mother is convinced that the … Read more about Ceramic Water Filter Nicaragua – a positive family
Ceramic Water Filter Nicaragua – profile of a non-user
Some people are not aware that their water is unsafe. This man is convinced that the water from the … Read more about Ceramic Water Filter Nicaragua – profile of a non-user
Dreams and cash: marketing a latrine
An important reason to buy a latrine is prestige. The fact is that most Bangladeshis working abroad … Read more about Dreams and cash: marketing a latrine
Good business for masons
For many masons in rural Vietnam, latrine production and installation has become an important … Read more about Good business for masons
Historia del filtro cerámico: entrevista con Ron Riviera (español)
Ron Rivera fue el motor dinámico detrás del filtro cerámico. El cuenta la historia de este filtro y … Read more about Historia del filtro cerámico: entrevista con Ron Riviera (español)
History of the ceramic filter: Interview with the late Ron Riviera in english
Ron Rivera, the energetic driving force behind the ceramic water purifier tells the history of the … Read more about History of the ceramic filter: Interview with the late Ron Riviera in english
Sanitation: Hygiene awareness with children
Children: The best carriers of hygiene messages are children. They can benefit themselves from … Read more about Sanitation: Hygiene awareness with children
Total sanitation: Involving the community in Bangladesh
Community: The involvement of local government and village committees is crucial to achieving a … Read more about Total sanitation: Involving the community in Bangladesh
Involving women in the sanitation comittee
Women are the group that benefits most from latrines. They are also the driving force for Total … Read more about Involving women in the sanitation comittee
Making a business with latrines
A very crucial aspect of success in Bangladesh is the low-entry cost. The cheapest latrine can be … Read more about Making a business with latrines
Making ceramic filters in Nicaragua
This clip shows the production process of a Ceramic Filter from A to Z in a small factory in … Read more about Making ceramic filters in Nicaragua
Medium scale latrine producer
This medium sized producer makes around 50 latrines in a month. He also sells other cement-based … Read more about Medium scale latrine producer
Motivation convenience
Even poor people are interested in investing in a latrine. It improves the convenience and also … Read more about Motivation convenience
Organising slum sanitation
Slum caretaker: Every family in this Dhaka slum pays 10 Takas per month to this caretaker. His job … Read more about Organising slum sanitation
Sanitation in West Bengal: Reaching Children with poems
Sanitation and hygiene education: It is important to involve children and educate them. Poems are a … Read more about Sanitation in West Bengal: Reaching Children with poems
Sanitary mart by Ram Krishna mission, West Bengal, India
Sanitary Marts are small production units run by women. These Sanitary Marts are not run by a … Read more about Sanitary mart by Ram Krishna mission, West Bengal, India
Sanitation in schools – West Bengal
Schools play a key role. Headmasters and teachers are spreading the message. Many slogans have been … Read more about Sanitation in schools – West Bengal
Sanitation needs in a slum
Urban sanitation issues in slums: It may be technically more difficult to provide sanitation … Read more about Sanitation needs in a slum
Sanitation production as an NGO activity: Latrine production
In West Bengal, latrine production centres are run by NGOs. They are not very profitable – in fact, … Read more about Sanitation production as an NGO activity: Latrine production
Small latrine producer in a village
Small producer: In almost every village there is a highly motivated workshop owner, eager to sell … Read more about Small latrine producer in a village
Testing the water quality of a filter
This clip shows how to test the water with a simple HACH test. It shows whether the water is … Read more about Testing the water quality of a filter
The origin of the Ceramic Water Purifier (CWP)
A ceramic water purifier lined with colloidal silver was developed in Nicaragua by Potters for … Read more about The origin of the Ceramic Water Purifier (CWP)
TV before latrine
IDE – International Development Enterprises has successfully marketed latrines in Vietnam. This clip … Read more about TV before latrine
What to do if a filter is broken?
Sometimes, filters can break, as all goods made from clay will do. Two problem arise: 1) there is … Read more about What to do if a filter is broken?
When I have money…I will make my latrine beautiful
When I have money, I may build a supersculpture. Latrine owner: This man is proud to have a cheap … Read more about When I have money…I will make my latrine beautiful
Why do women want a latrine?
Women are most interested in having a latrine. Health aspects are important for them, once they are … Read more about Why do women want a latrine?
Woman and total sanitation in West Bengal
Women are the key to Total Sanitation. While women are most interested in health effects, they are … Read more about Woman and total sanitation in West Bengal
Sanitation: Women want privacy and comfort
The real reasons for latrine adoption are more subtle: privacy comfort safety This … Read more about Sanitation: Women want privacy and comfort