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Don't forget to register for the annual network meeting! Nov 17 at 8 a.m. MT, members will connect virtually to learn about the latest updates and exchange ideas on household #water treatment in multiple languages. Register now: bit.ly/3EWrX6Y
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Get the tools you need to learn how to approach behaviour change more effectively. We know that successful WASH interventions are guided by evidence-based behaviour change theories and are adapted to be context-specific. Check it out! washresources.cawst.org/en/collections
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We’re looking forward to hearing about the experiences of network members in this meeting! Not a member yet? Sign up for free: bit.ly/3gszEYq
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Calling all network members: our annual meeting will be held virtually on Nov 17. Register now to learn about the latest updates and exchange ideas on household #water treatment in multiple languages: bit.ly/3EWrX6Y @cawst @WHO
With only 55% of Canadians having written a will, there are still misconceptions preventing people from creating one. Check out our blog, where we address the top four common myths about writing a will: cawst.org/blog/four-comm
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Episode five of the #PaperstoPractice #podcast is now live! Today’s episode looks at sanitation technologies appropriate for flood-prone areas. Listen on your favourite podcast platform or jump in right now by listening here: anchor.fm/paperstopracti.
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Happy #GlobalHandwashingDay!
Building on the progress made from previous years, we must #UniteforUniversalHandHygiene to ensure hand hygiene access and practice for everyone, everywhere.
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Today is #GlobalHandwashingDay! The time to accelerate hand hygiene is now - and it requires collective action to enact real change. As we move beyond COVID-19 to our new normal, we must #UniteforUniversalHandHygiene. Share what you're doing this Global Handwashing Day below!
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Today is #GlobalHandwashingDay, a day dedicated to raising awareness on washing your hands with soap to prevent disease and, ultimately, save lives. We hope you take a moment to learn about hand hygiene and join us, as it takes a collective effort to enact real change!
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Engaging #women in decision-making at every step of crop production is a big step toward sustainable use of land and #water 💦🌾
Ahead of #RuralWomenDay, we feature #gender-responsive sustainable land management approaches ➡️ bit.ly/3MqvnR5
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Changing behaviors to adapt to new technologies and practices isn’t easy! But learning about it is. Learn more about Behavioral Changes needed for WASH interventions here: washresources.cawst.org/en/collections
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During a humanitarian crisis, depression, anxiety and PTSD can impact behaviour, including hand hygiene. This article explores the relationship between handwashing & mental health programming bit.ly/3zOH789
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Graduates of the CAS course on #WASH in #humanitarian & #development contexts celebrate receiving their certificates! Taught annually by #Sandec & .
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Today is #InternationalTranslationDay. We thank all our translators and interpreters who help us cross boundaries with and . Your support helps humanitarian, and development professionals connect all around the world. #InternationalTranslationDay
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This month's #PaperstoPractice episode looks into the connection of sanitation and climate change. Read our blog summary (and listen to the episode) here: cawst.org/blog/how-does-
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Ever heard of the Modified Horrocks' test? It's an easy method to calculate effective chlorine dosage. If you're a #humanitarian, this knowledge could be a lifesaver when it comes to safe water. Learn more at washresources.cawst.org
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ICYMI, the #webinar on 30 years of the household slow sand #water filter is now available to view. Register to watch it here: bit.ly/3RajkZq
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Our AGM is TOMORROW! You can still sign up today. Join us for a night that promises to be filled with fun, inspirational great networking opportunities.
We look forward to having you at the Calgary Central Library at 5 p.m. on Sept 22. Sign up at bit.ly/3S10HYQ
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Did you see what PWW Honduras Country Director Maria Inestroza is going to be doing tomorrow?
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The fourth episode of Papers to Practice is now available! Start your day off by learning something new with our #sanitation experts and listen for free where all podcasts are found: bit.ly/3dkg13v.
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Happy #WaterMonitoringDay! After you watch the webinar on #water quality testing, check out free e-learning in our library. Compare testing methods, download field sampling checklists, and more in multiple languages. washresources.cawst.org/en/collections
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Sept 18 is #WaterMonitoringDay. It’s a great day to improve your #water testing practice in the field. Need help comparing methods or parameters? We recently hosted a #webinar on water quality testing in action. Register now to watch it on demand: bit.ly/3EZw7c9 @cawst
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Incredibly proud to announce our very own @ShaunaCurryCAWST has been named a Finalist for the 2022 Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards in the Social Change: National Impact category! Awards will be presented on Nov 23 in Toronto. #CAWSTproud #cweacelebrates
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Great news! Our free e-learning modules about #water, #sanitation and #hygiene (WASH) projects are available in four languages for your convenience. #English, #French, #Spanish and #Arabic at washresources.cawst.org
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Congratulations to #Canadian, Annabelle M. Rayson, who received the prestigious 2022 #Stockholm Junior Water Prize at #wwweek! Always thrilling to see fellow Canadians making waves internationally. news.cision.com/siwi/r/canadia
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Why do children die? Hint: It's from a preventable cause that takes the lives of more than 297,000 children under five years each year. These deaths are preventable and we'll do everything we can to bring these deaths to zero with safe water, sanitation and hygiene.
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This is the toughest question I’ve ever had to answer: gatesnot.es/3x2VSpc
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At this year’s AGM we will be offering free onsite youth programming and childcare for ages 3+. Rest assured you can leave your little ones in the care of our childminding professionals who will keep them engaged and educated about water! Sign up at cawst.org/takeaction/eve
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New live #webinar: Join us Sept 20 for a conversation about the 30-year history of the household slow sand #water filter. bit.ly/3RajkZq @cawst
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Join our board chair, David O’Brien, the former chairperson of RBC, and the rest of the excellent board for an evening of celebration at our AGM. You’ll get a chance to connect with our board members, who care deeply about the work we do. Sign up bit.ly/3KuX1M1.
