Learn about how to implement context-specific hygiene programs with this set of resources.
Sep 13, 2021
The Wash’Em process involves using 5 rapid assessment tools to understand handwashing behaviours during a crisis. You then enter the findings into the Wash’Em software for tailored program recommendations.
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Sep 13, 2021
For humanitarians that are not currently working in a crisis situation, this e-learning module provides three realistic contexts to practice with.
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Sep 13, 2021
The Handwashing Demonstrations tool allows you to generate quick insights into how a person’s home and community environment impact their handwashing practices.
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Sep 13, 2021
The Personal Histories tool is used to generate a broad understanding about the experiences of populations affected by crisis.
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Sep 13, 2021
The Motives tool will help you to identify what is driving handwashing behaviour, or preventing it, in your context.
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Sep 13, 2021
The Disease Perception tool helps you to understand people’s perceptions of the disease you are interested in.
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Sep 13, 2021
This tool will help you identify channels of communication so that you can prioritize which ones are likely to be the most effective in reaching your population.
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Sep 13, 2021
This module highlights the details you'll need to take care of before you leave for your community visit.
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Sep 13, 2021
In this module, you'll learn how to navigate the Wash'Em website and use the Program Designer to generate program recommendations.
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Jul 26, 2021
Hygiene promotion in emergencies has typically been done by distributing hygiene kits, or educating people about disease transmission. Evidence shows that these approaches alone are insufficient to change handwashing behavior. This learning module introduces you to the the Wash'Em process and the tools you will use to help you design innovative, context-specific hygiene programs.
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CAWST is a Canadian charity and licensed engineering firm. We address the global need for safe drinking water and sanitation by building local knowledge and skills on household solutions people can implement themselves.
Development of this website and creation of collections of emergency themed tools on Water Treatment, Water Quality Testing, Behavior Change and Sanitation funded by Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance - USAID.
This project is made possible by the generous support of the American people through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The contents are the responsibility of CAWST (Centre for Affordable Water and Sanitation Technology) and do not necessarily reflect the views of USAID or the United States Government.