From our programmatic work to collective global action, find out how WaterAid works together to bring about change around the world.

With the help of amazing people like you, we're working in some of the most remote places in the world to get clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene to everyone, everywhere.

Ever wondered why people need help getting clean water, decent toilets and good sanitation? You’re not alone. Here are four reasons why we're here.

WaterAid was founded in 1981, when members of the UK water industry united to tackle the global water, sanitation and hygiene crisis. Today, WaterAid UK coordinates and funds programmes across …

Get involved Be part of a movement that transforms lives through clean water, decent toilets, and good hygiene. At WaterAid, your work creates ripples of change that last a lifetime. Unlock your potential …

WaterAid has been working on water, sanitation and hygiene projects for more than 40 years. Thanks to thousands of people like you, we have reached 29 million people with clean water, 29 million people …

Our global strategy Ending the water, sanitation and hygiene crisis together – for everyone, everywhere Download our Global Strategy Image: WaterAid/ Ernest Randriarimalala

WaterAid programs pivoted to meet the new needs that emerged as the Covid-19 pandemic spread around the world. From public awareness campaigns to "WASH on wheels", our response varied …

Health. Education. Opportunity. It all starts with clean water – but 696 million people are still living without. Together, we can change this.

*The first £189,000 raised will be matched by a generous collective of philanthropists, trusts and foundations, who have pooled their funding together to support WaterAid’s work.