Water, Sanitation and Hygiene

Since its inception WESS has successfully completed several projects in WASH sub sector with the help of trained and experienced staff. WESS has a separate WASH section comprising skillful and trained staff. Social experts of WASH component make sure that 100% participation of local target communities/schools are ensured in program interventions for ownership and sustainability of each project/program. Whereas technical staff make decision about best use of available options and resources in water and sanitation components. Under the sub sector WESS has completed 13 projects.

• 68% household cleanliness improved in targeted area reduced incidence of skin diseases and reduction of water-related diseases.
• 34% reduction in diarrhea cases.
• The WASH interventions also contributed to ensure 7% increase in enrollment in girls due to availability of latrines in girls schools.
• 70% increase in attendance for both teachers and students were observed through all the projects. WASH interventions also contributed in 55% reduced cases in drop out of children, similarly 80% participation and punctuality have  been witnessed through WESS completed interventions.
• On an average, water used for washing body, clothing and utensils increased from 18% to 57% population. i.e. 57% targeted household have now 15 liters of water per capita per house hold.
• 90% of the targeted villages focused under PATS programme are now certified Open Defecation Free (ODF).
• 70% of the targeted girls high schools are practicing good Menstrual Hygiene Management practices.