Clean Water and Sanitation

Clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education are basic necessities for a healthy environment and a productive life.

When people have access to clean water and sanitation, 

waterborne diseases decrease, 

children stay healthier and attend school more regularly, 

and mothers can spend less time carrying water 

and more time helping their families.

Through water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programs, Rotary’s People of Action mobilize resources, form partnerships, and invest in infrastructure and training that yield long-term change.

The Rotary Foundation’s water and sanitation projects aim to ensure that everyone has sustainable access to water, sanitation, and hygiene. They fund the construction of wells, install rainwater harvesting systems, and teach community members how to maintain these facilities.