Jasmine Burton’s SafiChoo toilet could make a huge impact on sanitation, health, and education in the developing world, thanks to empathic design. It might be hard to believe, but just the fact that you know where the nearest toilet is at any given moment, and that you have access to it, puts you clearly in the category of being privileged. While access to basic sanitation, such as a safe and secure toilet facility, isn’t nearly…
Women-led social enterprise designs unique modular and hygienic portable toilet
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