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SUMMARY:Toilet Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Future of Sanitation\nThe Toilet Conference 2025 will showcase cutting-edge technologies\, innovative approaches\, and advanced management practices in sanitation. Countries from the Global South will share their experiences and explore ways to scale up sanitation innovations. ITN-BUET is one of the convenors of this Toilet Conference. \nKey Highlights:\n✅ Expert-led discussions on critical sanitation issues✅ Latest advancements in toilet technology and management✅ Networking with policymakers\, researchers\, and industry leaders \nThematic Areas:\nThe conference will focus on key topics in the sanitation domain. Learn more \nJoin the Conference:\nBe part of the global movement shaping the future of sanitation. Register today! \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore the conference
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/toilet-conference-2025/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)
DESCRIPTION:About the Training\nThe online course ‘Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)’ addresses important issues in sanitation services\, focusing on integrity\, regulatory frameworks\, and social inclusion. The course is a collaborative effort among the Water Integrity Network (WIN)\, ITN-BUET\, and ESAWAS. Sanitation plays a vital role in safeguarding public health and ensuring environmental sustainability\, yet many regions struggle to provide equitable and effective services. These challenges are often compounded by integrity risks\, regulatory gaps\, and social inequalities. This course is designed to help participants navigate these complexities by introducing key concepts such as Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)\, integrity in regulation\, and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI). Participants will gain valuable insights into how governance\, ethics\, and inclusive strategies can improve sanitation services\, reduce risks\, and ensure equitable access for all. \nObjectives\nBy the end of the course\, participants will have a clear understanding of how integrity supports the implementation of CWIS projects and how robust regulatory frameworks can ensure inclusive\, equitable sanitation\, fulfilling the human right to sanitation. The major objectives of the course are as follows: \n\nUnderstand the basic concepts of integrity\, regulation\, and CWIS\nAnalyze how integrity helps to achieve better regulation in CWIS programs\nEquip sanitation professionals to better understand and respond to integrity risks along the sanitation value chain\nExamine how transparency\, accountability\, participation\, and anti-corruption play out in practice through case studies from different parts of the world.\n\nContents and Course Structure\nThis course is organized into four modules\, each offering a comprehensive learning experience through a blend of mandatory readings\, supplementary resources\, and interactive activities. The content includes videos\, animations\, presentations\, readings\, and case study documentation to enhance understanding. Participants are encouraged to engage actively by sharing their experiences\, asking questions\, and participating in vibrant forum discussions for each module. \nCourse Module\nThe course is structured as follows: \n\nModule 1: Basic Concepts – Integrity and CWIS Introduction to key principles of Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS) and the role of integrity in ensuring effective\, transparent\, and equitable sanitation services.\nModule 2: Regulation in CWIS– Exploration of regulatory frameworks that support the implementation of CWIS\, with a focus on ensuring accountability\, transparency\, and inclusive practices.\nModule 3: Integrity Risks Along the Sanitation Value Chain– Examination of potential integrity risks throughout the sanitation value chain\, with guidance on identifying and mitigating these risks to improve governance and service delivery.\nModule 4: Strengthening Integrity– Strategies for enhancing integrity within sanitation systems\, including the use of integrity mechanisms to foster ethical practices\, strengthen governance\, and promote social inclusion.\n\nTo progress through the course\, participants need to complete quizzes or respond to multiple-choice questions at the end of each module. Successful completion of these assessments is required to move forward to the next module. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is specifically designed for professionals working in the WASH sector\, having formal or informal roles in regulatory functions related to sanitation\, public health\, and the environment. Additionally\, the course will be beneficial for decision-makers\, city leaders\, government officials\, academics\, practitioners\, researchers\, and others in related fields. \nParticipation Details\nParticipants will have to apply through the registration link by either clicking on the link or scanning the QR code. The course is offered to a maximum of 50 concurrent participants in each round. Seats are usually filled on a first-come\, first-served basis; however\, there may be a screening process to identify deserving candidates. Upon approval\, registered candidates must complete the course by 30 June 2025. If a participant fails to complete the course within the given time frame or does not log in to the online system for 30 consecutive days\, their registration will be cancelled. \nCourse Approval Criteria and Certificate\nAs a self-paced course\, participants are welcome to cover the contents modules according to their own timing. The average time required to complete the course is approximately 20 hours\, with a total time commitment of 3- 4 weeks. Answering quizzes/ multiple-choice questions at the end of each module is a condition to move on to the next module\, completing the course\, and receiving a course certificate. Participants will have three chances to obtain at least 60% correct responses\, and in all cases the platform will indicate the wrong answers. \nCertificate\nAfter completing the 4 modules\, participants are invited to answer a short feedback survey of the course. Once this survey is answered\, participants may download their certificate.Participation in the course\, as well as the download of the certificate\, has no cost for the participants. \nApplication Deadline:\n10 March 2025 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/integrity-and-regulation-in-citywide-inclusive-sanitation-cwis-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Mobile Data Collection and Online Monitoring Using KoBoToolBox
DESCRIPTION:Join our comprehensive training on KoBoToolbox to master survey data collection\, data management\, and online monitoring. \nTraining Details \n\nDates: 19–21 April 2025 (Total 12 hours)\nApplication Deadline: 12 April 2025\nTotal Seats: 25 (First-come\, first-served basis)\nCourse Fee: Regular BDT 15\,000/- (Early bird: BDT 12\,000\, Till 10 April 2025)\, For Student 𝘽𝘿𝙏 𝟏𝟎\,𝟎𝟎𝟎\nVenue: ITN-BUET\, Dhaka\, Bangladesh\nTraining Mode: In-person\, hands-on workshop\n\nCourse Overview \nKoBoToolbox is a powerful suite of tools designed for field data collection\, especially in challenging environments. Widely used by humanitarian workers\, researchers\, and development professionals\, this training will equip participants with essential skills to: \n\nDesign and develop survey data collection forms\nDeploy forms on mobile devices and collect data efficiently\nManage projects and analyze collected data effectively\n\nKey Learning Outcomes \n\nForm Development: Utilize KoBoToolbox’s form builder to integrate skip logic\, validation rules\, calculated fields\, translations\, and cascading selects.\nForm Deployment: Deploy forms on Android devices\, set up server connections\, configure settings\, and manage mobile data collection projects.\nData Collection and Management: Collect data using the KoBoCollect app. View\, edit\, validate\, and download collected data while generating custom reports with visualizations.\nAdvanced Features: Incorporate multimedia data (photos\, audio\, video\, GPS)\nReal-world Application: Hands-on exercises with case studies from development and humanitarian projects.\n\nWhy Join This Course? \n\nHands-on training with practical projects\nExpert guidance and direct support\nComprehensive coverage of form building\, data collection\, and management\nReal-world applications with live demonstrations\nCertificate of Completion from ITN-BUET\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nProfessionals working in data collection and management\nMEAL (Monitoring\, Evaluation\, Accountability\, and Learning) specialists\nProject managers and researchers\nSurvey designers and humanitarian workers\n\nCourse Requirements \n\nBasic knowledge of survey questionnaire design\nBasic computing skills\nParticipants must bring their own laptop and Android phone\n\nTopics Covered \n\nIntroduction to KoBoToolbox: Platform overview\, architecture\, and benefits\nUser Interface & Setup: Creating accounts and understanding the KoBoToolbox environment\nForm Building: Designing structured and multi-language forms with validation rules\nData Collection: Online and offline data submission through mobile apps and web browsers\nProject & Team Management: Assigning roles\, managing collaborators\, and controlling data access\nData Analysis & Visualization: Reviewing\, editing\, exporting data (XLS\, CSV\, KML\, GeoJSON)\, and generating reports\n\nContact InformationRakib Uddin AhmedEmail: rakib@itn-buet.orgCell # 01648633826 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/mobile-based-data-collection-and-online-monitoring-using-kobotoolbox/
LOCATION:ITN Seminar Room\, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor)\, BUET Dhaka-1000.\, Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh\, Dhaka\, Dhaka-1000\, Bangladesh
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Orientation for BUET Graduates on Water\, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\nThe Orientation Program aims to introduce graduates to the WASH sector and inspire them to contribute in addressing key challenges in WASH as future professionals. \n\nProvides insights of water supply\, sanitation\, and hygiene (WASH).\nEquips graduates with knowledge of current WASH practices\, challenges and solutions.\nBridges the gap between academic research and practical applications.\nOrients future professionals on capacity building initiative of ITN-BUET\nEncourages future engagement in the WASH sector for sustainable impact.\n\nKey Learning Outcomes\n\nGain insights into the current state of the WASH sector.\nExplore emerging research areas and innovations in WASH.\nUnderstand the role of WASH in achieving SDG 6 and sustainable development.\nDevelop a foundation for contributing to real-world WASH challenges.\n\nWhy Join This Course?\n\nLearn about career pathways and opportunities in the field.\nConnect with experts and professionals for guidance and networking.\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nFourth-year undergraduate students/fresh graduates/postgraduate students from BUET with a special focus on WASH or relevant program.\nFemale participation are encouraged.\n\nCourse Requirements\nParticipants should have academic exposure to following key areas of WASH through  relevant coursework in their graduate or postgraduate studies: \n\n Water and sanitation management.\nClimate change.\nSolid waste management.\nFecal sludge management.\n\nTopics Covered\n\nWater and wastewater treatment\nSanitation\, hygiene\, and fecal sludge management\nClimate change and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)\nSolid waste management\nCarrier opportunities for WASH sector.\n\nBenefits\n\nA certificate of participation\nRegistration kit\nRefreshment\n\nParticipant Fee\n500 BDT \nApplication Deadline\n\n25 April 2025\n\nContact InformationMd. Rafiqul IslamEmail: rafiqul@itn-buet.orgCell: +880 1518 900104 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/orientation-for-buet-graduates-on-water-sanitation-hygiene-wash/
LOCATION:ITN Seminar Room\, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor)\, BUET Dhaka-1000.\, Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh\, Dhaka\, Dhaka-1000\, Bangladesh
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Training and Experiential Learning on Fecal Sludge Management in Cities: An Element of City Wide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)
DESCRIPTION:About the Training\nThe “Training and Experiential Learning on Fecal Sludge Management in Cities: An Element of Citywide Inclusive Sanitation” targets engineers and officials from relevant agencies from the WASH sector. The training addresses both technical and non-technical aspects of FSM using lecture modules and interactive learning content. The training provides participants with a comprehensive framework for the FSM planning process. It highlights the importance of proper sanitation\, analyzes the contexts and necessity of including social and gender aspects\, and creates an enabling environment for preparing an FSM plan. \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand the Importance of FSM\nEquip participants with the skills to assess sanitation conditions\, including regulatory\, environmental and social aspects\nEnable participants to map stakeholders\, understand their roles\nRecognize the needs of vulnerable communities in sanitation planning\nEnable participants with knowledge of site selection\, collection\, transportation technologies and financial mechanisms\nProvide insights into Safety\, Capacity Building and Community Engagement\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course welcomes enrollment from a wide range of participants working in sanitation\, public health and environmental improvement\, including decision-makers\, city leaders\, Government officials\, academics\, practitioners\, researchers\, etc. \nCourse Outline\nThe course spans three days. It is specifically designed for professionals in sanitation\, public health\, water supply and environmental sectors from developing countries in Asia-Pacific and Africa. The course offers a dynamic learning experience through interactive sessions\, group work and exposure visits. Session highlights:Day 1: Introduction to FSMDay 2: Technologies\, Service Mechanisms and Social EngagementDay 3: Exposure Visit: Faridpur \nLearning Outcomes\n\nAbility to assess sanitation conditions and identify key factors influencing FSM success\nIncreased awareness of gender and social inclusion in sanitation planning\nEnhanced capacity to evaluate FSM service options\, technology choices and financial models\nCapability to develop and implement standard operating procedures for FSM services\nUnderstanding of occupational health risks and the importance of PPE in FSM operations\nStrengthened ability to train others and mobilize communities for FSM adoption\n\nParticipation Details\nThe seats are limited. There may be some screening of registered candidates to maintain the group size suitable for effective delivery and interaction. \nCourse Fee\nNational Participants: BDT 15\,000Early Bird (By 16 April): BDT 12\,000International Participants: USD 300 (With full accommodation) \n*Course Fee Included Training Kits\, Food and Field Visit \nApplication Deadline:\n03 May 2025 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				For further information\, please contact:\nSubrata PaulTraining SpecialistITN-BUETEmail: subrata@itn-buet.orgPhone: +8809606667700 Ext.- 5082
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/training-and-experiential-learning-on-fecal-sludge-management-in-cities-an-element-of-city-wide-inclusive-sanitation-cwis/
LOCATION:ITN Seminar Room\, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor)\, BUET Dhaka-1000.\, Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh\, Dhaka\, Dhaka-1000\, Bangladesh
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Training of Trainer (ToT) on Climate Resilient Water Safety Plan (CR-WSP)
DESCRIPTION:About the Training\nThe four-day Training of Trainers (ToT) on Climate Resilient Water Safety Plan (CR-WSP)\, including one day of field exposure\, is designed to develop a pool of master trainers capable of advancing CR-WSP implementation. This program equips participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical facilitation skills to assess climate risks\, formulate effective risk management strategies\, and ensure the safety and sustainability of water supply systems in the face of changing climate conditions. Upon completion\, participants will be prepared to serve as trainers and change agents\, promoting CR-WSP at local\, regional\, and national levels. \nProgram Date: 25-28 May 2025Venue: ITN-BUET \nObjectives\n\nUnderstand different types of hazards (physical\, chemical\, microbial\, etc.) that make water unsafe\nIdentify contamination risks at different stages (from catchment to consumer) of a water supply system\nRisk assessment of the water supply system and risk scoring/ranking following a sanitary inspection\nRecognize control measures (existing or planned) that prevent (or control) the hazards and develop improvement plans and effective operational monitoring plans to ensure water safety\nEnhance the knowledge and skills of water utility professionals and other stakeholders on CR-WSP to improve overall management of assets and the safety of the water supply systems\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course welcomes enrollment from a wide range of participants working in water\, sanitation\, public health and environmental improvement\, including decision-makers\, city leaders\, Government officials\, academics\, practitioners\, researchers\, etc. \nCourse Outline\nThe course spans four days. The course offers a dynamic learning experience through interactive sessions\, group work\, and field visits. Session highlights:Day 1: Introduction to CR-WSP\, climate impacts\, system description and hazard identificationDay 2: Hazard and risk assessment\, improvement planning and operational monitoringDay 3: Verification\, management procedures\, review\, and closing of classroom sessionDay 4: Field Work \nLearning Outcomes\n\nGain knowledge on identifying and assessing climate-related hazards and risks in water supply systems\nDevelop skills to design and implement risk management plans\, improvement plans and operational monitoring plans for urban and rural water supply systems\nStrengthen facilitation capacity to train others on CR-WSP at local\, regional and national levels\nEnhance the ability to monitor\, review and continuously improve CR-WSP implementation\n\nParticipation Details\nThe seats are limited. There may be some screening of registered candidates to maintain the group size suitable for effective delivery and interaction. \nCourse Fee\nNational Participants: BDT 20\,000Early Bird (By 30 April): BDT 16\,000International Participants: USD 300 (With full accommodation) \n*Course Fee Included Training Kits\, Food and Field Visit**Upon successful completion of the training program\, participants will be granted a one-year complimentary membership to the International Water Association (IWA) \nApplication Deadline:\n10 May 2025 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				For further information\, please contact:\nSubrata PaulTraining SpecialistITN-BUETEmail: subrata@itn-buet.orgPhone: +8809606667700 Ext.- 5082
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/training-of-trainer-tol-on-climate-resilient-water-safety-plan-cr-wsp/
LOCATION:ITN Seminar Room\, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor)\, BUET Dhaka-1000.\, Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh\, Dhaka\, Dhaka-1000\, Bangladesh
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Training Course on Planning and Designing of Fecal Sludge Treatment Plant (FSTP)
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\nEffective planning and design of FSTPs are essential to ensure treatment and safe disposal or reuse of fecal sludge\, mitigating environmental pollution and public health risks. This training will equip participants with essential skills to: \n\nUnderstand design criteria in line with FSM frameworks and regulatory guidelines\nSelect and design appropriate treatment technologies based on capacity & site conditions\nDevelop operational and maintenance strategies for FSTPs\n\nKey Learning Outcomes\n\nFSTP Planning & Site Selection: Land use\, environmental considerations and stakeholder engagement.\nProcess Flow & Technology Selection: Comparing different treatment technologies (e.g.\, planted/unplanted drying beds\, an/aerobic digestion\, composting\, dewatering etc.).\nAnalysis and Design: Engineering calculations for technological and infrastructural design.\nCost & Feasibility Analysis: Economic evaluation and sustainability strategies.\nCase Studies & Hands-On Sessions: Real-world applications and interactive design exercises.\nVirtual Tour: An interactive digital exploration for FSTPs\n\nWhy Join This Course?\n\nExpert-led sessions with practical case studies\nHands-on training with design exercises\nComprehensive coverage of FSTP planning and management\nTraining Certificate\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nEngineers & Urban Planners\nSanitation & Public Health Professionals\nEnvironmental Consultants & Researchers\nNGOs & Development Practitioners\n\nCourse Requirements\n\nBasic understanding of sanitation\, fecal sludge treatment and management.\nBasic computing proficiency for design calculations.\nFamiliarity with treatment technologies and environmental regulations is preferable.\n\nTopics Covered\n\nBasics of safely managed sanitation\, fecal sludge treatment and planning of FSTP.\nSelection criteria and mechanisms for fecal sludge treatment technologies.\nDesign of settling-thickening tanks\, planted/ unplanted drying beds and mechanical press systems.\nDesign of anaerobic baffled reactors\, constructed wetlands\, maturation ponds and co-treatment in STPs.\nDesign of co-composting\, thermal drying systems and treatments in emergencies like lime treatment.\nGuidelines for operation\, maintenance and performance monitoring of FSTPs.\n\nRegistration Information\n\nSeats are limited\, so apply early!\n\nBenefits\n\nCourse Certificate\, Training Kits\, Course Materials\, Lunch and Refreshments\n\nApplication Deadline\n\n30 June 2025\n\nTraining Fee\nEarly Bird (By 28 May): National Participants: BDT 12\,000International Participants: USD 200 \nRegular:National Participants: BDT 15\,000International Participants: USD 250 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Contact Information\nMd. Azizur RahmanEmail: aziz@itn-buet.orgCell: +880 1725 021312
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/training-course-on-planning-and-designing-of-fecal-sludge-treatment-plant-fstp/
LOCATION:ITN Seminar Room\, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor)\, BUET Dhaka-1000.\, Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh\, Dhaka\, Dhaka-1000\, Bangladesh
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:🚰 City-San Connect | Quarterly Learning Webinar Series 🌍
DESCRIPTION:About City-San Connect\nCity-San Connect is a new quarterly webinar series launched by ITN-BUET under the SaniRepo platform. It is designed to foster cross-city learning and collaboration\, bringing together local governments\, sector professionals\, development partners\, and researchers to discuss real challenges and practical solutions in urban sanitation. \nEvery session highlights a key theme\, combining expert presentations\, city case studies\, and open discussions. The webinars are hosted in partnership with national and international collaborators and are open to participants across the region and beyond. \nWhy Climate-Resilient WASH Matters\nClimate change is no longer a distant threat—it is a present challenge for urban sanitation. Cities are increasingly exposed to rising temperatures\, intense rainfall\, waterlogging\, and other climate-related shocks that disrupt sanitation systems across the chain—from household containment to treatment and safe reuse. \nAs we pursue SDG 6—universal access to safe water and sanitation\, there is an urgent need to design systems that are not only inclusive and sustainable\, but also climate-resilient. This calls for an adaptive mindset and innovative technologies that can withstand stress\, ensure continuity of service\, and protect vulnerable populations. \nThis is why the focus on climate-resilient WASH is so important. We need to rethink how our sanitation systems are planned\, built\, and managed so they can adapt to changing weather\, protect people’s health\, and serve communities better even in crisis. \nThis Session’s Focus: Climate Resilient WASH\nThe upcoming session on August 26\, 2025\, will explore how cities are applying technology and innovative approaches to make sanitation systems more resilient to climate impacts. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nHow climate change is affecting sanitation systems—both infrastructure and service delivery\nWhat technological solutions (e.g. modular STPs\, container-based sanitation\, nature-based systems\, sensor-driven monitoring) cities are piloting or scaling up\nHow planning tools and decision-support models are helping cities adapt to extreme climate events\nWhat city-level strategies\, governance practices\, and financing approaches are enabling climate-smart sanitation\nInsights from Bangladeshi cities and international experiences on building adaptive and inclusive systems\n\nThis 90-minute virtual session will include presentations from national and international experts\, followed by interactive discussion and Q&A. \nWhy Join?\nCity-San Connect is more than just a webinar—it’s a platform for connecting cities through shared learning. By showcasing case studies from different cities\, the platform allows participants to see what’s working in similar contexts and what can be adapted to their own. \nYou’ll benefit from: \n\nReal stories and solutions from the ground\nFresh perspectives on sanitation and climate resilience\nA chance to share your own experiences and ask questions\nOpportunities to build partnerships with other cities\, institutions\, and professionals\nAccess to high-quality content\, including recordings\, on Sani Repo\, the growing digital library for WASH learning\n\nIt’s a platform for inspiration\, exchange\, and action open to all who care about making sanitation systems stronger\, smarter\, and more inclusive. \nEvent Details\n🎯Theme- 1: Climate Resilient WASH🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, August 26\, 2025🕚 Time: 11:00 – 12:30 PM (GMT+6)📍 Platform: Zoom | Hosted by ITN-BUET Webinar Link: https://bdren.zoom.us/j/91589990741Zoom ID # 915 8999 0741 \nLet’s Learn and Lead Together\nWhether you work in local government\, manage sanitation services\, support communities\, or contribute to policy and research your experience matters. Join us for this important conversation and help shape a more climate-resilient future for urban sanitation. \nContact Information\nK. A. Amin  Knowledge Management SpecialistITN-BUETEmail: amin@itn-buet.org \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Webinar Link
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/%f0%9f%9a%b0-city-san-connect-quarterly-learning-webinar-series-%f0%9f%8c%8d/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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SUMMARY:From South Asia to the World: CWIS Learning Forum
DESCRIPTION:🌍 From South Asia to the World: CWIS Learning Forum \n📅 Date: 08 October 2025🕑 Time: 1:45 PM IST | 2:00 PM NPT | 2:15 PM BST⏳ Duration: 3 hours📍 Online Event | Register Here \nThe Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS) Learning Forum brings together sanitation alliances from across South Asia to foster knowledge exchange\, strengthen collaboration\, and accelerate progress toward inclusive\, sustainable\, and climate-resilient sanitation solutions. \n✨ Program Highlights: \n\nAlliance Presentations – Progress and achievements from Bangladesh\, India\, and Nepal through collective action.\nBest Practice Showcases – Scalable sanitation solutions with strong replication potential.\nInteractive Discussions – Open dialogues to shape regional priorities and foster future collaboration.\n\n🎯 Expected Outcomes: \n\nEnhanced understanding of CWIS strategies\, successes\, and challenges in South Asia.\nStronger networks across regional sanitation alliances.\nIdentification of opportunities to replicate best practices and scale CWIS efforts globally.\n\n🔗 Join us to be part of a transformative conversation on the future of sanitation!👉 Click here to register
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/from-south-asia-to-the-world-cwis-learning-forum/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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SUMMARY:Training on Municipal Solid Waste Management (MSWM)
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE TRAINING \nRapid urbanization\, population growth and changing consumption patterns have significantly increased the volume and diversity of municipal solid waste (MSW) across Bangladesh. While the effective management of MSW is crucial for protection of public health and environment\, challenges are emerging due to the growing complexity of waste streams including plastics\, e-waste\, medical and hazardous waste. Addressing these challenges requires a holistic and sustainable approach to waste management that goes beyond basic collection and disposal. This training on Municipal Solid Waste Management (MSWM) aims to enhance the knowledge and technical capacity of participants by exploring key aspects of MSWM\, including policy\, planning\, technology\, stakeholder engagement and resource-efficient practices. \nLEARNING OUTCOMES: \nBy the end of the training\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the current scenario\, challenges and emerging trends of MSWM\nStrengthen technical knowledge on innovative solutions for planning and management of MSW\nLearn to apply circular economy principles across the MSWM value chain.\nDevelop strategies for behavior change and community engagement to promote environmentally safe and inclusive waste management.\n\nTOPICS COVERED: \n\nIntroduction & Context: Global\, national and local perspectives on MSWM.\nWaste Handling & Disposal: Waste characterization\, efficient collection\, transport\, disposal and resource recovery strategies.\nSpecialized Waste Management: Planning and management of bio-degradable\, plastics\, hazardous\, medical and e-waste.\nSocio-economic dynamics: Integration of informal sectors\, stakeholder engagement\, community awareness and sustainable financing mechanisms.\nStrategic Planning & Sustainability: Linkage of MSWM with climate change\, circular economy\, SDGs and strategic planning for integrated waste management.\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND: \n\nGovernment officials from relevant departments (DPHE\, LGED\, DoE\, etc.)\nCity level Officials engaged in MSWM\nUrban Planners\, Engineers\, Environmental Professionals\, Donor Agency and I/NGO practitioners\nAcademica\, researchers and consultants working in the urban waste sector\nPrivate sector and utility service providers involved in MSWM\n\nCOURSE REQUIREMENTS: \n\nBasic knowledge of municipal solid waste management\nInterest in sustainable solid waste management practices and urban environmental solutions\n\nWHY JOIN THIS COURSE: \n\nExpert-led sessions with practical insights\nReal-world lessons from experienced practitioners\nHands-on exercises for city-specific SWM planning\nField-based practical demonstrations\nOpportunity to network and exchange knowledge with peers\n\nPARTICIPATION DETAILS: \n\nDuration: 3 Days (In-person)\nLanguage: Bangla & English (Bilingual delivery)\nMaterials: Participants will be provided with lesson handouts\nCertificate: Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion\n\nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: \n\n28 October 2025\n\nCOURSE FEE:  \n\n16\,000 BDT (EARLY BIRDS APPLY BY 20 OCT 2025)\n20\,000 BDT National participants\n\nRESOURCE PERSONS: \n\nProf. Dr. Md. Mujibur Rahman\, Dept. of Civil Engineering\, & Director\, CSIRS-UIU (Former Professor & Head\, Dept. of Civil Engineering\, BUET)\nProf. Dr. Rowshan Mamtaz\, Director\, ITN-BUET\n Iftekhar Enayetullah\, Co-Founder and Director Waste Concern\nDr. Tariq Bin Yousuf\, Former Additional Chief Engineer\, DNCC\nDr. Abdullah Al Mamun\, Deputy director & National Project Director\, DoE\nDr. Rumana Afrin\, Associate Professor\, Civil Engineering & Associate Director\, CSIRS-UIU\n\nCONTACT INFORMATION \n\nAzizur Rahman\nDesignation: Research Officer (T/R)\, ITN-BUET\nEmail: aziz@itn-buet.org\nMobile: +880 1725 021312\n\n\nSyeda Aniqa Anjum \nDesignation: Research Officer\, CSIRS-UIU\nEmail: aniqa@admin.uiu.ac.bd\nMobile: +880 1966 051706\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/training-on-municipal-solid-waste-management-mswm/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Training on Design\, Construction and Improvement of Sanitation Containment Systems
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE TRAINING \nToilets are widely available but the associated containments are often poorly designed and construced\, leading to pollution of lakes\, canal/water bodies\, groundwater contamination\, operational challenges for fecal sludge management (FSM) and increased public health risks. Addressing these issues this training on Design\, Construction and Improvement of Sanitation Containment Systems aims to enhance knowledge and technical capacity of relevent stakeholders on key aspects of containment systems\, including design standards\, structural considerations\, climate resilience and planning for upgradation that facilitate safe sanitation\, protection of public health and environment. \nLEARNING OUTCOMES: \nBy the end of the training\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the role of safe containment and identify common design and construction deficiencies.\nStrengthen technical knowledge on the design\, construction and upgrading of containment systems.\nLearn to incorporate climate-resilience in containment design and construction.\nDevelop strategies for containment improvements/upgradation.\n\nTOPICS COVERED: \n\nOverview of sanitation containments in Bangladesh.\nPrinciples and standards for designing containment systems.\nStep-by-step guidance on construction\, maintenance\, and upgradation of various types of containment systems.\nCost Estimation.\nContext appropriate and climate-resilient solution & strategies for effective technology transfer to improve containment systems.\nOccupational Health & Safety for construction and sanitation workers.\nField Exposure.\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND: \n\nDesign approval officials of Paurashavas\, City Corporation\, City Development Authorities.\nUrban planners\, Architects\, Engineers\, Environmental professionals\, Construction Superviser.\nSanitation entrepreneurs and contructors.\nWork Assistants\, Head Masons/Masons.\nI/NGO professionals and indivisuals.\n\nWHY JOIN THIS COURSE: \n\nLearn from experts with practical\, field-tested insights.\nParticipate in hands-on exercises.\nObserve field-based demonstrations of containment systems and practices.\nNetwork and exchange knowledge with peers and sector professionals.\n\nPARTICIPATION DETAILS: \n\nBangla & English (Bilingual delivery depending on participants preference)\nParticipants will be provided with lesson handouts and training kit.\nParticipants will receive a certificate upon successful completion.\n\nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: \n\nExtended Application Deadline with Payment: 20 April 2026\, 11:59 PM (UTC+6)\n\nCOURSE FEE:  \n\nEarly Bird: 10\,000 BDT (National)\, 100 USD (International) apply by 10 April 2026\nRegular: 12\,000 BDT (National)\, 120 USD (International)\n\nRESOURCE PERSONS: \n\nDr. Rowshan Mamtaz\, Director\, ITN-BUET\nAlauddin Ahmed\, Project Manager\, ITN-BUET\nAzizur Rahman\, Research Officer\, ITN-BUET\nFaria Tasnim\, Training Specialist\, ITN-BUET\nMohammad Arif Hossain\, Individual Consultant\n\nCONTACT INFORMATION \n\nAzizur Rahman\nDesignation: Research Officer (T/R)\, ITN-BUET\nEmail: aziz@itn-buet.org\nMobile: +880 1725 021312\n\n\nFaria Tasnim\nDesignation: Training Specialist\, ITN-BUET\nEmail: faria@itn-buet.org\nMobile: +880 1676-979644\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/training-on-design-construction-and-improvement-of-sanitation-containment-systems/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)
DESCRIPTION:About the Training\nThe online course ‘Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)’ addresses important issues in sanitation services\, focusing on integrity\, regulatory frameworks\, and social inclusion. The course is a collaborative effort among the Water Integrity Network (WIN)\, ITN-BUET\, and ESAWAS. Sanitation plays a vital role in safeguarding public health and ensuring environmental sustainability\, yet many regions struggle to provide equitable and effective services. These challenges are often compounded by integrity risks\, regulatory gaps\, and social inequalities. This course is designed to help participants navigate these complexities by introducing key concepts such as Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)\, integrity in regulation\, and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI). Participants will gain valuable insights into how governance\, ethics\, and inclusive strategies can improve sanitation services\, reduce risks\, and ensure equitable access for all. \nObjectives\nBy the end of the course\, participants will have a clear understanding of how integrity supports the implementation of CWIS projects and how robust regulatory frameworks can ensure inclusive\, equitable sanitation\, fulfilling the human right to sanitation. The major objectives of the course are as follows: \n\nUnderstand the basic concepts of integrity\, regulation\, and CWIS\nAnalyze how integrity helps to achieve better regulation in CWIS programs\nEquip sanitation professionals to better understand and respond to integrity risks along the sanitation value chain\nExamine how transparency\, accountability\, participation\, and anti-corruption play out in practice through case studies from different parts of the world.\n\nContents and Course Structure\nThis course is organized into four modules\, each offering a comprehensive learning experience through a blend of mandatory readings\, supplementary resources\, and interactive activities. The content includes videos\, animations\, presentations\, readings\, and case study documentation to enhance understanding. Participants are encouraged to engage actively by sharing their experiences\, asking questions\, and participating in vibrant forum discussions for each module. \nCourse Module\nThe course is structured as follows: \n\nModule 1: Basic Concepts – Integrity and CWIS Introduction to key principles of Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS) and the role of integrity in ensuring effective\, transparent\, and equitable sanitation services.\nModule 2: Regulation in CWIS– Exploration of regulatory frameworks that support the implementation of CWIS\, with a focus on ensuring accountability\, transparency\, and inclusive practices.\nModule 3: Integrity Risks Along the Sanitation Value Chain– Examination of potential integrity risks throughout the sanitation value chain\, with guidance on identifying and mitigating these risks to improve governance and service delivery.\nModule 4: Strengthening Integrity– Strategies for enhancing integrity within sanitation systems\, including the use of integrity mechanisms to foster ethical practices\, strengthen governance\, and promote social inclusion.\n\nTo progress through the course\, participants need to complete quizzes or respond to multiple-choice questions at the end of each module. Successful completion of these assessments is required to move forward to the next module. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is specifically designed for professionals working in the WASH sector\, having formal or informal roles in regulatory functions related to sanitation\, public health\, and the environment. Additionally\, the course will be beneficial for decision-makers\, city leaders\, government officials\, academics\, practitioners\, researchers\, and others in related fields. \nParticipation Details\nParticipants will have to apply through the registration link by either clicking on the link or scanning the QR code. The course is offered to a maximum of 50 concurrent participants in each round. Seats are usually filled on a first-come\, first-served basis; however\, there may be a screening process to identify deserving candidates. Upon approval\, registered candidates must complete the course by 30 June 2025. If a participant fails to complete the course within the given time frame or does not log in to the online system for 30 consecutive days\, their registration will be cancelled. \nCourse Approval Criteria and Certificate\nAs a self-paced course\, participants are welcome to cover the contents modules according to their own timing. The average time required to complete the course is approximately 20 hours\, with a total time commitment of 3- 4 weeks. Answering quizzes/ multiple-choice questions at the end of each module is a condition to move on to the next module\, completing the course\, and receiving a course certificate. Participants will have three chances to obtain at least 60% correct responses\, and in all cases the platform will indicate the wrong answers. \nCertificate\nAfter completing the 4 modules\, participants are invited to answer a short feedback survey of the course. Once this survey is answered\, participants may download their certificate.Participation in the course\, as well as the download of the certificate\, has no cost for the participants. \nApplication Deadline:\n10 May 2026 \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				View Flyer\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Apply Now
URL:https://itn.buet.ac.bd/web/event/integrity-and-regulation-in-citywide-inclusive-sanitation-cwis-3/
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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