People-centred, nationally-led programmes empower millions to end open defecation, improve sanitation, and increase dignity and safety
Geneva, 28 June 2017 – A new report shows that WSSCC’s Global Sanitation Fund (GSF) has supported governments and thousands of partners across 13 countries, stretching from Cambodia to Senegal, to enable over 15 million people to end open defecation.
As the funding arm of the Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC), GSF-supported programmes are contributing to the Council’s vision of universal access to sustainable and equitable sanitation and hygiene across countries throughout south Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. Focused on Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target 6.2, GSF focuses on improving sanitation and hygiene in the poorest and most marginalized communities, thereby contributing to associated development goals for education, health, women’s empowerment, climate change and urban development.
The 2016 GSF Progress Report highlights activities and results achieved from the inception of the Fund to the end of the year. Cumulative results to 31 December 2016 include:
- 15.2 million people have been empowered to live in ODF environments, just over the target of 15 million.
- 12.8 million people have gained access to improved toilets, 16% more than the target of 11 million.
- 20 million people have gained access to handwashing facilities, 81% more than the target of 11 million.
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