WATER, SANITATION & HYGIENE

WASH

Our WASH program delivers community-based, integrated services to address essential water, sanitation and hygiene needs in villages and communities living in extreme poverty. We promote equity and accessibility so that every community member can benefit, regardless of socio-economic status or geographic location.

Safe Water, Better Sanitation, Healthier Communities

By installing context-specific and appropriate technologies, VOCRDC promotes safely managed water and sanitation resources that respond to local needs and create lasting community impact.

Our integrated approach supports better hygiene, safer living conditions, improved school attendance and community ownership of sanitation practices.

KEY ACHIEVEMENT
1,100

Low-Cost Toilets Constructed

Constructed 1,100 low-cost toilets under the Total Sanitation Campaign to improve access to sanitation.

Overall Impact

Education & School Attendance

WASH interventions in schools have reduced girl student absenteeism by 65%, helping girls remain in school.

65% Lower Absenteeism

Health & Safety

Improved access to water, sanitation and hygiene helps reduce water-borne disease risks and protects women and girls from the risks of travelling long distances for water and from open defecation.

Healthier, Safer Communities

Community Ownership

Through the Community-Led Total Sanitation campaign, 12 villages have been declared Open Defecation Free (ODF+), reflecting sustained behavioural change and community participation.

12 ODF+ Villages
VOCRDC WASH PROGRAM

Clean Water,
Healthy Futures

Improving village water access, school sanitation and hygiene practices through practical solutions and community participation.

1,100 Low-Cost Toilets
5 Government Schools
500 Families Reached
12 ODF+ Villages
WASH KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Practical Solutions, Lasting Community Impact

1,100

Low-Cost Toilets

Toilets constructed under the Total Sanitation Campaign to improve sanitation access for vulnerable households.

5

Government Schools

Clean water and sanitation systems, including incinerators and RO water purification plants, established in schools.

10 Tanks

Community Water Supply

Ten Sintex water tanks installed across five villages, providing reliable water access to approximately 500 families.

65%

Reduced Absenteeism

Reduced girl student absenteeism in intervened schools, supporting girls to continue their education.

COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP

Community-Led Total Sanitation has helped 12 villages achieve Open Defecation Free (ODF+) status, demonstrating community participation and sustained sanitation behaviour change.

Help Build Healthier, Safer Communities

Support accessible water, sanitation and hygiene solutions for villages, families and school communities.

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