WaterAid Australia was started by the water industry in 2004 because no organisation like us existed. Since then, we have been dedicated to delivering clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene to vulnerable communities in our region until we are no longer needed. We are resolutely focused on tackling these three essentials in ways that last.

The generous support received through events like the Victorian WaterAid Gala Ball has allowed us to make significant progress towards Sustainable Development Goal Six (SDG6): Ensure access to water and sanitation for all. 

But there is still work to do. 771 million people worldwide – or one in ten - don’t have clean water close to home.

We are working with our supporters and partners to get clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene to these communities. It’s about more than installing taps, toilets, boreholes and wells. To make lasting change happen on a massive scale, we: 

• Convince governments to change laws;
• Link policy makers with people on the ground;
• Change attitudes and behaviours;
• Pool knowledge and resources; and
• Rally support from people and organisations around the world.

Together, we can create a world where everyone, everywhere has access to life-saving  clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene.