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WASH Initiative

Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene

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Clean water, safe sanitation and hygiene that protect dignity.

Strategic objective

Eliminate water-borne diseases and promote community dignity by providing clean water solutions and hygiene infrastructure.

Key focus areas

What the work covers.

The WASH Initiative concentrates on 3 focus areas, each with its own follow-up.

01

Installation of solar-powered boreholes

02

Construction of modern sanitation facilities in schools and public centers

03

Community hygiene education

Sustainability & follow-up

Built to outlast the project.

We establish localized WASH Committees trained in routine maintenance. Monthly technical audits and continuous water quality monitoring ensure facilities remain operational for decades.

  1. Community-Led Co-Creation. We actively involve local community leaders and beneficiaries in designing and implementing initiatives to ensure local ownership and cultural relevance.
  2. Long-Term Sustainability. Every intervention is built with an exit strategy that equips the community with the skills, tools, and structures to sustain project outcomes independently.
  3. Robust Follow-Up & M&E Framework. We employ rigorous Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) mechanisms. Regular post-implementation follow-ups allow us to track long-term metrics, assess real-world impact, and make data-driven adjustments to keep our solutions robust and effective over time.
From the field

WASH Initiative in action.

WASH project at Surulere Junior and Senior Community Secondary School, with Aspira Nigeria. Tap a photo to enlarge it.

Help this work last.

Every contribution is an investment in long-term community autonomy. Give directly, or talk to us about co-funding and technical support for the WASH Initiative.