Water, Sanitation & Hygiene

SCF has long recognized the critical importance of access to clean water and sanitation, especially in impoverished and flood-affected areas.

Water and Sanitation

The foundation's core Water and Sanitation (WASH) program addresses the dire consequences of water scarcity, contamination, and poor sanitation, which are exacerbated during natural disasters like the 2022 floods in Pakistan. SCF works tirelessly to provide immediate relief while also focusing on sustainable solutions that empower communities and improve their long-term health outcomes.

Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, yet millions of people still lack this basic necessity. SCF's commitment extends beyond immediate relief to sustainable water management practices, including renewable energy solutions to power water sources for agricultural and household consumption.

Water filtration plants

Climate-Resilient Water & Sanitation Systems

SCF secured a grant of USD 63,982 for the construction of climate-resilient water filtration plants and sanitation systems in six flood-affected villages in District Matiari. This initiative provides access to clean drinking water for approximately 6,000 community members and safe sanitation facilities for around 850 individuals daily.

With support from PPAF and NBP, SCF constructed 10 Reverse Osmosis (RO) water filtration plants and 200 household toilets in flood-affected communities across Matiari and Thatta districts. SCF has installed 10 additional RO water filtration plants across 10 villages in remote and climate-affected areas.

Through these interventions, SCF is contributing to: reduced incidence of waterborne diseases; improved hygiene and sanitation practices; enhanced climate resilience of rural infrastructure; and safer living conditions for flood-affected communities.

Sanitation and hygiene education

Sanitation Facilities, Hygiene Education & ODF Villages

Sanitation is a critical component of public health. SCF's WASH program goes beyond infrastructure by providing education on hygiene practices. SCF works with communities to install secure toilets and raise awareness about hand-washing, menstrual hygiene, and general hygiene practices. This is particularly important for women and girls, who often face increased risks during floods due to inadequate sanitation and water facilities.

SCF is implementing a social mobilization project in Matiari focused on achieving Open Defecation Free (ODF) status for 600 villages. The organization has ensured and certified 600 villages as ODF free. The project is being implemented with support from the Consulate General of Japan, Association of Development of Pakistan USA, Muslim Charity UK, Indigo Textile, and Local Government Department of Sindh. SCF has implemented WASH projects achieving access to safe drinking water and latrine facilities for 23,000 flood-affected population. With Association of Development of Pakistan USA, SCF ensured water facilities for 5,060 flood-affected population in 10 villages of District Tando Muhammad Khan.

WASH in emergency

WASH in Emergency

After the 2022 floods, SCF provided safe drinking water to 1,000 people living in camps and organized 12 mobile health camps across five districts in Sindh. SCF field staff carried health and hygiene sessions in camps. SCF conducted mobile services units (MSU) camps which provided health treatment and counseling.

As part of post-flood recovery efforts, SCF provides dewatering support in heavily impacted villages, such as Bagoo Kaka in Saeedabad Taluka. SCF cleared 500 acres of land that was submerged, including residential areas, restoring access to essential services and agricultural land. This initiative supports immediate recovery and lays the groundwork for rebuilding livelihoods and infrastructure.

SCF has trained and qualified human resource in effective humanitarian response, project cycle management, and international humanitarian coordination systems. SCF has membership with National Humanitarian Network and various clusters activated by UNOCHA including WASH, Shelter, Protection, and Health.

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