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United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs Sustainable Development

Empower and give agency to girls and women to access safe water, sanitation, hygiene including menstrual hygiene and health.

Amref Health Africa (
Non-governmental organization (NGO)
)
#SDGAction52053
Description
Description

The initiative aims to empower girls and women in target communities to access safe water, sanitation, hygiene facilities, and menstrual hygiene products and education. The objectives include providing education and awareness on menstrual hygiene and improving access to safe WASH facilities for women and girls. The initiative will be implemented through community-based and often market-based programs, including capacity building of local organizations, local service providers, financial institutions, and engaging community leaders to ensure sustainability.

Expected Impact

This initiative will contribute to SDG 6, Target 6.2 and Target 6.3, which aim to ensure access to safe and adequate sanitation and hygiene for all and to improve water quality by reducing pollution. This initiative will also contribute to SDG 5, Target 5.3, which aims to eliminate all harmful practices, such as child, early and forced marriage, and female genital mutilation. By empowering girls and women with access to menstrual hygiene products and education, the initiative will contribute to improving girls' school attendance and participation, thus contributing to SDG 4, Target 4.1, which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Partners

NGO’s, governments at different levels, community health workers, local communities.

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Timeline
01 January 2023 (start date)
01 January 2030 (date of completion)
Entity
Amref Health Africa
SDGs
3 4 5 6
Region
  1. Africa
Other beneficiaries

Girls and women in target communities who currently lack access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities, as well as menstrual hygiene products and education.

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Countries
Ethiopia
Ethiopia
Kenya
Kenya
Malawi
Malawi
Netherlands
Netherlands
South Sudan
South Sudan
Global Action Plan
Uganda
Uganda
Contact Information

Michel, Advocacy Manager