Since 2015, OCHR has implemented 25 projects in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, significantly enhancing the quality of life for numerous communities. These initiatives have reached 190,000 households, benefiting approximately 1,330,000 individuals. The projects encompass a comprehensive range of activities, including the construction and rehabilitation of pipe scheme networks and bore wells, water trucking, and water treatment. OCHR’s efforts in hygiene promotion and the distribution of essential WASH supplies have been pivotal in improving public health standards. Additionally, the organization has focused on the construction and rehabilitation of sanitation facilities, emergency bathing spaces, and latrines, ensuring that communities have access to safe and dignified sanitation options.
In 2022-2023, OCHR completed 23 solar-powered pipe scheme networks, providing clean drinking water to around 60,000 households in the western and southeastern regions. Hygiene promotion activities included the distribution of soap bars, aqua tabs, and hygiene kits to 190,000 households, emphasizing the importance of proper hygiene practices. OCHR also prioritized WASH initiatives in schools and communities, along with the distribution of hygiene and family care supplies, reaching 127,000 households in 2022 alone. These comprehensive efforts highlight OCHR’s commitment to improving water access, sanitation, and hygiene, contributing to healthier and more resilient communities.