Teams will be able to pick from one of 3 countries as their focus for Solve and Fund:
Colombia
Engage in an indigenous territory based on a network of schools that service the Wayuu population in La Guajira to support the implementation of new national rural WASH policy. Projects of interest for this challenge include strengthening a sustainable services model based on multiples sources for multiple uses, creation of a market for water treatment and storage solutions, and implementation toolkits for the various stakeholders.
Relevant skill sets appropriate for this challenge include: marketing, business, communications, and/or engineering.
eSwatini (formerly known as Swaziland)
Rural communities in the Lowveld of eSwatini, the driest part of the country, are seeking designs and implementation ideas for a practical, low cost water supply system that utilizes renewable energy.
Relevant skill sets appropriate for this challenge include: technology design, engineering, marketing and/or communications.
India
Develop a low-cost retrofit design for existing toilets in marginalized and low-income households so that the toilet can cater to the needs of all genders, the disabled, children, and the elderly. Engagement plans in the household and beyond are needed to educate and ensure proper uptake.
Relevant skill sets appropriate for this challenge include: technology design, engineering, communications and/or behavior.