During the latest escalation in Gaza, widespread and repeated displacement has left much of the population with nothing but the clothes on their backs. Many homes, schools, and vital buildings providing shelter have been partially or completely destroyed. Access to clean drinking water has become scarce, leaving people unable to maintain basic hygiene.

In this dire situation, Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) projects are not just important—they are lifesaving. By ensuring access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and hygiene practices, these initiatives address critical human needs and mitigate the risk of waterborne diseases like cholera, diarrhoea, and typhoid. These diseases can quickly escalate into epidemics in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions typical of refugee camps and disaster-stricken areas.

WASH projects play a crucial role in securing safe drinking water, adequate sanitation, and promoting proper hygiene. They are essential for preventing disease outbreaks and maintaining public health amidst ongoing crises.