Somalia
In Somalia, water supply coverage is low for both drinking and domestic use, particularly in rural areas. At the same time, Somalia is experiencing a serious hunger crisis, just five years after drought and conflict killed an estimated 260,000 people, half of them children under age 5.
6.7 million Somalians need lifesaving aid, with more than 1 million of them in severe food insecurity.
World Vision's program aims to protect lives and contribute to the recovery and resilience of vulnerable populations (especially women and girls) in the Eyl and Dangorayo districts in the Nugaal region of Somalia. It focuses on three thematic areas, namely WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene), food security, and protection. The program is designed to address both the immediate and long-term repercussions of decades of drought and conflict, with a particular focus on the most marginalized segments of the community.
The need.
In the face of prolonged political instability stemming from decades of civil war and compounded by the ravages of climate change-induced extreme weather events like droughts, floods, and cyclones, women in Somalia face dire circumstances. These crises disrupt essential services and infrastructure, exacerbating hygiene challenges for women.
Access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and hygiene products becomes increasingly scarce, placing women at heightened risk of health issues. Your gift of hygiene kits is crucial, offering essential items like sanitary pads, soap, and clean water containers to help mitigate health risks and maintain dignity amidst these challenging conditions.
Project goals.
Our goal is to improve hygiene practices and increase access to clean water and washing by distributing hygiene and water kits to women and girls. By the end of 2024, the program plans to reach 7,740 direct beneficiaries and 6,026 indirect beneficiaries.