Special Rapporteur on the Human Right to Water and Sanitation

The Special Rapporteur on the Human Right to Water and Sanitation is an independent expert appointed by the United Nations to promote and protect everyone’s right to safe, clean, accessible, and affordable water and sanitation services. They assess global issues, report on challenges, and encourage governments to improve water management and reduce inequalities. Their goal is to ensure that all people, regardless of where they live or their economic status, have reliable access to water and sanitation, which are essential for health, dignity, and a decent quality of life.