The toilet warrior

Mark Balla's journey as a travel guide led him to realize the lack of access to toilets in poorer parts of the world. They recount their eye-opening experience in an Indian slum, discuss the impact on girls and women, and the link between toilet accessibility and sexual assault. They also share their family's harrowing experience during war and how it shaped parenting. The chapter explores their career path and passion for languages. Lastly, they discuss their experience working for Lonely Planet, being stranded on an island, and the positive changes that can be made through simple solutions.