19 November is World Toilet Day and this presents an opportunity to raise awareness of the fact that 2.5 billion people do not have sustainable access to toilets and proper sanitation. Imerys Sanitaryware believes action in this area is in line with our business and values.

In 2008 we established a partnership with Medecins du Monde, a well-known international NGO, to improve public health in Roseaux, Haiti. This project involves the construction of waterless latrines made of concrete and salvaged materials to bring basic sanitation to families. The project also includes a reforestation drive through tree planting; as well as health and environmental education. Click for further details of the work done last year. 

Last year the project was entirely funded by Imerys Sanitaryware, in 2009 we renewed our support and in fact made it possible for employees to get involved through participating in sponsored events and making personal donations.

We are also pleased to offer other members of the sanitaryware community the opportunity to also get involved. Donators have the possibility to become a Médecins du Monde partner. As an NGO that promotes access to sanitation, their work is particularly relevant to businesses in the sanitaryware industry.

Please contact us for further information about this project and how you can get involved.

Useful links

World Toilet Day site
Medecins du Monde site