Health and Sanitation
Building resilient health systems and expanding access to clean water for underserved populations
Expanding access to health, sanitation, and hygiene solutions to create stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities.
The Need
Limited access to quality healthcare services, safe sanitation, and adequate hygiene remains a significant challenge for many communities worldwide. Poor sanitation infrastructure, unsafe water sources, and insufficient health awareness contribute to the spread of preventable diseases and disproportionately affect vulnerable populations.
The Intervention
ASSIST prioritizes health and sanitation initiatives to address inequalities in healthcare access affecting communities. We target diseases such as breast cancer, tuberculosis, COVID-19, and climate-related health risks while advancing nutrition through community education, corporate wellness programs, and interactive sessions that promote healthier, more resilient lifestyles.
The Impact
Reached
communities
Aided
families
Benefited
individuals
Distributed
equipment and tools for rainwater harvesting and water filtrations
Strengthening Health Systems
Delivering integrated water resource management across sectors with communities and partners
WASH
Improving healthcare access and empowering communities to prevent disease and thrive.
Nutrition
Promoting healthy lifestyles through community education for improved health and well-being.
Climate-Resilient Health
Building community resilience to climate-related health risks through preparedness.
Featured Projects
Ulan Alang sa Bantayan
Supplying Bantayan communities with harvested rainwater solutions and essential relief packs.
Allianz PNB Life - NutriKaalaman
Bringing nutrition education to youth athletes and employees.
Allianz PNB Life Nutrikaalaman
Promoting nutrition education and exercise habits among youth athletes and employees.
SOURCe
Equipping communities with LifeStraw technology for safe and sustainable water filtration.
SPLASHED
Delivering LifeStraw technology and capacity building for Mindoro’s safe water access.
Champions of Community Care
Equipping Filipino midwives with infection prevention knowledge and training.
Champions of Community Care
Building midwife resilience through infection prevention knowledge amid pandemic uncertainties.
LIKAYAN
Empowering Filipino women through community-based breast self-examination education.
LIKAYAN
Advancing women’s empowerment and health literacy through breast self-examination training.
Featured Media
Explore Other Priority Areas
Food Security & Agriculture
Sustainable Economy and Living
Disaster Risk & Management
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