Community Empowerment

Background

Recognizing the critical need for improved sanitation in schools, SDF targeted inadequate facilities that were impacting student health and education. The project's approach was to systematically upgrade these facilities while fostering hygiene awareness among students.

Objectives

The project’s primary goal was to construct functional, low-cost, and easy-to-maintain sanitation facilities. By integrating innovative design and sustainable materials, the initiative aimed to set a new standard for school sanitation systems.

Detailed Activities and Implementation

Methodological Approach

The project incorporated a holistic method, involving:

• Assessment of Existing Facilities: Initial surveys assessed the condition of existing sanitation infrastructure, identifying key areas for improvement.

• Innovative Design and Construction: Based on survey insights, SDF developed and implemented new toilet designs that emphasized durability, ease of maintenance, and user-friendliness.

Key Findings and Improvements

• Enhanced Sanitation Facilities: New, improved toilet facilities were installed in four targeted government schools, significantly elevating the hygiene standards.

• Promotion of Hygiene Practices: The project also prioritized hygiene education, leading to better health outcomes and well-being for the students.

Table: Summary of Facilities Provided