Assessing the Sustainability of an Integrated Rural Sanitation and Hygiene Approach: A Repeated Cross-Sectional Evaluation in 10 Countries.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

While many studies have implemented programs to increase sanitation coverage throughout the world, there are limited rigorous studies on the sustainability of these sanitation programs.

Methods

Between 2014 and 2018, the rural Sustainable Sanitation and Hygiene for All (SSH4A) approach was implemented by SNV in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. Repeated cross-sectional household surveys were administered annually throughout program implementation and 1 to 2 years following completion of program activities. We characterize to what extent sanitation coverage was sustained 1 to 2 years after implementation of this SSH4A intervention.

Results

Surveys were conducted in 12 program areas in 10 countries, with 22,666 households receiving a post-implementation survey.

SUBMITTER: Apanga PA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9426995 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature