Today, the hygiene promoters conducted house-to-house visits in the IDP camps to raise awareness about the importance of proper handwashing. Beneficiaries were educated on correct handwashing techniques and the key times when they should wash their hands.
The team also demonstrated proper handwashing using soap and safe water and explained how handwashing helps prevent diseases and maintain good personal hygiene.
Key Messages
- Wash hands with soap and safe water.
- Wash hands before preparing or eating food.
- Wash hands after using the latrine.
- Wash hands after cleaning a child or handling waste.
Challenges
- Lack of soap and handwashing facilities.
- Limited access to sufficient safe water.
- Lack of suitable places for handwashing.
- Limited awareness of proper handwashing practices.
Beneficiary Breakdown
A total of 34 households (H.H.) were reached during the handwashing awareness session. The beneficiaries were distributed as follows:
- Female: 22
- Male: 12 there is also one person with disability
The households were reached across three different IDP camps:
- Yaaqle IDP Camp: 19 households
- Baalimuno IDP Camp: 10 households
- Daarusalam IDP Camp: 5 households
Total: 34 households
Conclusion
The session was successful, and beneficiaries were encouraged to practice proper handwashing regularly to prevent diseases and maintain good hygiene.