Open Defecation
The 2021 WASH NORM report highlights a sobering reality, indicating that approximately 48 million Nigerians continue to practice open defecation. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for intervention to mitigate the associated health challenges. Open defecation contributes to the spread of waterborne diseases, including cholera and diarrhoea, which disproportionately affect vulnerable populations. Poor sanitation conditions can also lead to the transmission of parasitic infections, respiratory illnesses, and stunted growth, particularly among children.
Vicar Hope Foundation is addressing the critical issue of open defecation through a comprehensive programme and strategy aimed at engaging communities and urban dwellers. Recognizing the urgency of this challenge, the foundation is committed to creating sustainable solutions that improve sanitation practices.
Vicar Hope Foundation's programme focuses on raising awareness, promoting hygiene education, and implementing infrastructure improvements to eliminate open defecation.
Vicar Hope Foundation's approach involves community engagement, advocating for behavioural change, and collaborating with local authorities. By addressing this critical issue, the foundation strives to enhance public health, reduce waterborne diseases, and create a healthier living environment for communities and urban dwellers in parts of Nigeria.
