Empowering Rwandan youth students through school sanitation and hygiene outreach campaigns in primary and secondary schools: a case study in Nyarugenge district, Kigali city, Rwanda

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Autores

Ms. UWAMBAJIMANA Dyna, IGIRANEZA Gisele, NIYOMUTABAZI Deborah, GASHEMA DIEUDONNE, UWAMAHORO Stephen, IRADUKUNDA Benithe, TWIZERIMANA Claude

Tema

WG 1.08: Deep Explanation & Evaluation for Practices in Hydrological Changes (DEEPHY)

Resumo

The Climate Advocate Group initiated a comprehensive WASH Campaign in collaboration with local sectors and districts across Kigali, targeting over 20,000 students and 100 teachers in nine schools. Through educational workshops, school-based programs, and partnerships with stakeholders, the campaign aimed to promote proper handwashing practices and hygiene awareness. Methodologies included interactive sessions, demonstrations, and establishment of Hygiene Promotion Clubs. The campaign achieved increased awareness, knowledge, and behavior change among participants, laying the groundwork for sustained community health improvements.