The Role of Shared Sanitation in Child Development, with Ed Mitchell, CEO of Water and Sanitation for Urban Populations (WSUP)

In this Christmas special episode of Exec Exchange, host Piers Clark converses with Ed Mitchell, Chief Executive of Water and Sanitation for Urban Populations (WSUP). They discuss the profound impact of shared sanitation on child health, focusing on a notable study conducted in Maputo, Mozambique. The conversation delves into Ed's career in water and sustainable development, the mission and achievements of WSUP, and the challenges faced in providing sanitation in densely populated urban areas. Key insights include the significant 31% reduction in stunting among children due to access to shared sanitation, the efficiency and funding of WSUP, and the broader implications for global sanitation and child development goals.00:00 Introduction to the Exec Exchange Podcast00:37 Meet Ed Mitchell: Journey to Chief Executive of WSUP02:07 Understanding WSUP: Mission and Achievements03:22 Funding Efficiency in Non-Profits04:18 The Impact of Shared Sanitation on Child Health09:26 Research Findings: MAP-San Project in Mozambique12:51 Global Implications and Funding Challenges15:13 Personal Resilience in Leadership16:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts