Water, Sanitization, and Hygiene (WASH) and Governance Course
Introduction.
This 5-Day Water, Sanitization, and Hygiene (WASH) and Governance Course is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in the areas of water management, sanitation, hygiene practices, and governance principles. Through a combination of interactive lectures, case studies, group discussions, and hands-on activities, participants will gain a deep understanding of the importance of WASH initiatives, the challenges faced in implementing them, and the governance structures necessary for sustainable WASH programs.
Duration: 5 Days
Who should attend?
- Government officials and policymakers involved in water and sanitation planning and management.
- Non-governmental organization (NGO) staff working in the fields of public health, development, and humanitarian aid.
- WASH practitioners and professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in WASH programming and governance.
- Researchers and academics interested in the interdisciplinary aspects of WASH and governance.
- Community leaders and activists involved in grassroots WASH initiatives
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the importance of WASH initiatives for public health, environmental sustainability, and socioeconomic development.
- Identify key challenges and opportunities in implementing WASH projects in diverse settings.
- Understand the principles of water management, sanitation, and hygiene promotion.
- Analyze governance structures and policy frameworks relevant to WASH programs.
- Apply behavior change theories and strategies to promote hygiene practices within communities.
- Develop integrated WASH action plans tailored to specific contexts and target populations.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of WASH interventions using monitoring and evaluation techniques.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to WASH and Governance
- Understanding the significance of WASH initiatives
- Overview of global WASH challenges and opportunities
- Introduction to governance principles in WASH projects
Module 2: Water Management and Sanitation
- Principles of water resource management
- Technologies and approaches for water purification and distribution
- Sanitation infrastructure and solutions for improving access to sanitation facilities
Module 3: Hygiene Promotion and Behavior Change
- Importance of hygiene promotion in preventing waterborne diseases
- Behavior change theories and strategies for promoting hygiene practices
- Case studies on successful hygiene promotion campaigns
Module 4: WASH Governance and Policy Frameworks
- Role of government institutions and stakeholders in WASH governance
- Legal and policy frameworks for WASH programs
- Monitoring and evaluation of WASH projects for accountability and transparency
Module 5: Integrated WASH Planning and Implementation
- Integrated approaches to WASH programming
- Designing WASH interventions for different contexts and target populations
- Practical exercises and group discussions on developing WASH action plans
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Who else has taken this course?
| # | Job Title | Organisation | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N/A | Kenya | |
| 2 | N/A | Uganda | |
| 3 | N/A | Kenya |