WASH Tweaks

Recent research from humanitarian responses shows that on average 40% of women are not using the latrines provided.

This may be a startling figure — but it’s supported by research, in-country observations and workshops alike. And while it highlights a real issue with latrines, the problem isn’t limited to sanitation. It extends to other WASH facilities as well, especially bathing cubicles and water points.

If latrines and other WASH facilities aren’t used then money, time, and resources are wasted and we are failing in our responsibility to the communitites we work with.

WASH Tweaks seeks to improve the quality of WASH programmes in emergencies. It’s founded on the premise that continuous engagement with the affected community — and the resulting “tweaks” to design — are key to making our WASH facilities safer and more accessible for all. The motto of WASH Tweaks is:

WASH Tweaks Resources

WASH Tweaks online course A one hour free to access online course (requires you to create a free acount).

Sani Tweaks Checklist – the ‘green card’ of minimum requirements for all those working on sanitation programmes.