Water, Sanitation, Hygiene
According to the Centers for Disease Control, global access to safe water, adequate sanitation, and proper hygiene education can reduce illness and death from disease, leading to improved health, poverty reduction, and socio-economic development. However, many countries are challenged to provide these basic necessities to their populations, leaving people at risk for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)-related diseases. Resources available within this theme offer information on providing access to safe water and appropriate sanitation facilities, and introducing sound hygiene behaviors.
Water, Sanitation, Hygiene Resources
FY13 WASH Annual Report: Niger
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January 1, 2014World Vision
This report summarizes the work done through WVUS-funded WASH programs with World Vision Niger from October 2012 through September 2013.Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaCase Study on Pump Repair and Business in Niger
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March 1, 2014World Vision
Learning the technical skills necessary to repair hand pumps has helped Bassirou Moudi create a new business while ensuring water continues to flow in his community.Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaFY13 WASH Annual Report: Rwanda
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January 1, 2014World Vision
This report summarizes the work done through WVUS-funded WASH programs with World Vision Rwanda from October 2012 through September 2013.Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaCase Study: Hand-Drilled Well with Transformative Impact
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March 1, 2014World Vision
This is a story about how a hand-drilled well brought water and hope to a women's group in Rwanda.Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaFY13 WASH Annual Report: Uganda
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January 1, 2014World Vision
This report summarizes the work done through WVUS-funded WASH programs with World Vision Uganda from October 2012 through September 2013.Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaCase Study on Business and Youth Mentorship
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March 1, 2014World Vision
Stephen Okerayot was among the first to adopt World Vision's low-cost well-drilling methods and discovered that helping his community obtain clean water led to new business opportunities and a chance to mentor youth. This is his story.Read more
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GlobalAccess to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene: A Survey Assessment of Persons with Disabilities in Rural Mali
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October 1, 2013World Vision
The objective of this survey was to assess numbers and types of [persons with] disabilities in relation to access and use of WASH facilities. Related public attitudes and preferences of persons with disabilities were also assessed within target communities served by World Vision Mali. The survey...Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaWASH Hilton in Practice Paper
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September 1, 2012World Vision
This report provides a retrospective look at the philanthropic investments of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector over the last two decades. It summarizes the Foundation's achievements, critical lessons learned, and the evolution of the...Read more
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GlobalWSA Final Report
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October 1, 2013World Vision
In order to assess the sustainability of Hilton-funded systems with respect to functionality, water safety, and level of service, the Hilton Foundation partnered with Water and Sanitation for Africa (WSA), an African NGO that was not involved in implementing earlier Hilton projects, to conduct a...Read more
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Sub-Saharan AfricaWV Ethiopia WASH Evaluation Report
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May 1, 2012World Vision
This report presents results of the evaluation of the WVE (World Vision Ethiopia) Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Program funded by various donors. This is an external evaluation commissioned by WVE to generate lessons that can guide the way forward in the WASH project planning and...Read more
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