An international panel of speakers, complemented by Thai experts providing local perspectives, will helm meaningful discussions on the toilet solutions and challenges. Among them are keynote speakers from leading global organisations:
Keynote 1 - Global Efforts to Achieve the UN Millennium Development Goal– Where Are We Now?

Mr Richard Pollard, Regional Team Leader
(WSP-EAP), Water & Sanitation Programme,
World Bank
Keynote 2 - Recommendation of the UN-Secretary Generals Advisory Board on Water and Sanitation for the Achievement of the Sanitation Related Millennium Development Goals

Dr Uschi Eid, Acting Chair, United Nations Secretary General, Advisory Board on Water and Sanitation
The third keynote address Happy Toilet Healthy Life - Development Strategy Of Thai Public Toilets will be given by the Thai Deputy Minister of Public Health.


Ecological sanitation has become an increasingly powerful solution for many communities in rural as well as in densely populated urban areas. To support Thailand’s move towards this new trend of efficient waste and water management, the Forum will have a dedicated track to address eco-san issues.

Acceleration of Sustainable Sanitation in Developing Countries
Dr. T.V. Luong, Consultant, Water, Environment and Sanitation (WES), East Asia & Pacific Regional Office, UNICEF

Closing the Loop through Ecological Sanitation
Ms. Christine Werner, Civil Engineer, Project Team Leader,
Eco-technological Planning, Wastewater, Solid Waste Projects

How EcoSan Works in China
Mr. Lin Jiang, Secretary General, Jiu San Society, Guanxi Committee, Stockholm Environment Institute Representative

Ecological Sanitation:
A Sustainable Sanitation Solution in Bangladesh
Mr. Tofayel Ahmed, Country Representative - Bangladesh, Japan Association of Drainage & Environment (JADE)

Other topics to be covered at the Forum include:

Track 2 - Health
• Towards Thailand's Public Toilet Goals
• Safeguarding The Health Of Toilet Users
• Integrated Design Approach For Public Toilets
• Building Dignity, Not Toilets
• Effective Public Toilet Management
• Public Education & Communication - Happy Toilet School Programme & World Toilet College
• Maintaining Clean Public Toilets
• Air Hygiene In Washrooms (Speaker sponsored by Initial Hygiene, a Rentokil Initial company)

Track 3 - Accessibility
• Designing Accessible Toilets For All
• An Update On Public Restrooms In The USA
• Effective Design For Toilets In Places Of Interest
• Providing Accessibility - Street Toilets
• Public Toilet From An Islamic Perspective -
A Malaysian Experience

Track 4 - Safety
•

Public Toilet - Thinking Out Of The Box
• Designing Out Crime In Public Toilets
• Accident Prevention & Safety Promotion in Public Toilets
For the latest programme, please click here.

The Forum has drawn the interest of both government and non-government agencies, as well as commercial companies from around the world. The host country will be sending a delegation of 450 participants. They will be joined by delegations from World Toilet Organization member associations and industry players. The latest group to sign up is from Lao PDR, comprising representatives from:
  • Cooperation and Information Division, URI, MCTPC
  • Department of Housing and Urban Planning (DHUP), MCTPC
  • Environmental Division, Nam Saat Central, MOH
  • Urban Research Institute (URI), MCTPC
  • Vientiane Urban Environment Improvement, Project
  • Water and Sanitation Program Lao Country Office  

To take advantage of the stimulating educational and unique networking opportunities with key industry leaders from around the world, sign up now for the Forum today! If you are organising a group participation, please contact Debi Lin for special assistance.



Technical Visit
(for registered Forum participants only)
Gain first hand experience on improvements of toilets in Thailand, initiated by the Thai ministry. Sign up for the technical visit (limited seats, on first-come-first-serve basis) to the next public toilets in Bangkok and neighbouring provinces.

Thematic Exhibition
As part of its public education effort, a thematic exhibition is being organised by the Thai Ministry of Public Health, highlighting the development of public toilets in Thailand.


The Forum will also provide an excellent platform to find out more about practical solutions through the accompanying exhibition on the latest products and services at the World Toilet Expo. Meet industry leaders such as American Standard, COTTO, Kimberly Clark, Mitsubishi Electric, Pacific Waste Technology, Rentokil Initial, TOTO and many more. Click here for a complete list of exhibitors.
Find out more on special Expo highlights from www.worldtoiletexpo.com
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Participation Fee
USD 299.00
Package Includes:
• Conference badge & proceedings
(English only)
• Technical Visit
(first-come-first-serve basis)
• Invitation to Opening Ceremony & Welcome Reception
•

Lunches & Tea-breaks for 2 days

 
Distinguished Speakers Include:


Useful Contacts
Expo
Eileen Ng
Tel: (65) 6393 0216
Fax: (65) 6296 2670
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Forum
Debi Lin
Tel: (65) 6393 0224
Fax: (65) 6296 2670
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