The climate crisis exacerbates water shortages and lack of sanitation, disproportionately affecting women and girls who are responsible for collecting water in many rural households. The UN is urging countries to address this imbalance and ensure equal access to water for women, as poor sanitation also hinders women's health, education, and economic opportunities. World Vision charity highlights the importance of toilets and good hygiene for overall community well-being, with successful projects in places like Rumate, Kenya empowering women to improve infrastructure, health, and economic prospects. By addressing these challenges and harmful social norms, entire communities can benefit from improved health, education, and economic opportunities.