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Donate a toilet? At first glance, it may sound unusual or even amusing. After all, toilets are part of everyday life—we have them in our homes, schools, workplaces, and shopping centers. But what we take for granted remains out of reach for many people around the world.
While six billion people globally own a mobile phone, only about 4.5 billion have access to a toilet or latrine. Yet access to sanitation is a basic human need. Although toilets are often associated with hygiene and disease prevention, their importance goes far beyond that—they are closely tied to human dignity, safety, and social well-being.
A Toilet Is an Essential Part of Human Dignity
The ability to relieve oneself in privacy is fundamental to a dignified life. In many countries and crisis-affected regions, people lack access to proper sanitation and are forced to use open spaces, dark alleys, or makeshift shelters. For many, this leads to feelings of shame, stress, and a loss of self-worth.
Toilets Support Education
In schools without adequate sanitation facilities, girls are affected the most. During menstruation, many choose to stay home, leading to missed classes and a higher risk of dropping out. Safe, functional, and lockable toilets are essential for supporting girls’ education and ensuring their safety.
Toilets Strengthen the Economy
A lack of sanitation also has economic consequences. People who spend time searching for a place to relieve themselves, caring for the sick, or dealing with recurring infections lose opportunities to work, study, and improve their livelihoods. Investing in sanitation reduces healthcare costs, increases productivity, and benefits entire communities.
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Long Hours in Shelters Without Basic Hygiene
In Ukraine, where air raid alerts and the threat of attacks are part of daily life, people often spend long hours in bomb shelters. These shelters are frequently overcrowded, damp, cold, and lack functional toilets. Both adults and children endure these conditions, with children often continuing their education during alerts. The lack of sanitation is not only a health risk but also a significant psychological burden.
Toilets for People on the Move
People fleeing war or natural disasters often end up in temporary camps where access to sanitation is limited. Functional toilets are crucial in such conditions—they help prevent the spread of disease, maintain hygiene, and preserve human dignity. Safe, lockable toilets are especially important for women and girls, who face a higher risk of violence and harassment when such facilities are unavailable.
Help people in need with a Real Gift: Toilet.
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