Our Mission

Safe Drinking Water and Sanitation

Access to safe drinking water and proper sanitation is crucial for the health and well-being of rural communities. YUVA (Youths Union for Voluntary Action) has implemented transformative initiatives to combat waterborne diseases and address the challenges faced by women and girls due to inadequate sanitation.

• Waterborne diseases arise from impure water consumption.
• Poor sanitation exacerbates the spread of illnesses, disproportionately impacting vulnerable groups.

• Lack of sanitation restricts the mobility and safety of women and girls.
• Inadequate privacy adversely affects their sexual and reproductive health.

• Educates disadvantaged communities on the importance of clean water, sanitation, and hygiene.
• Encourages lasting personal and community-wide behavioral changes.

• Provides access to safe drinking water through sustainable systems.
• Builds sanitation facilities to combat open defecation and improve hygiene.

• Empowers communities to demand access to water and sanitation services.
• Supports collective action to assert these basic rights.

• Develops prototype open defecation-free blocks to serve as scalable, replicable models for other regions.

Health Improvements

• Significant reduction in waterborne diseases.
• Enhanced quality of life for rural populations.

• Adoption of improved hygiene practices among community members.

• Increased awareness and collective action for sustainable water and sanitation solutions.

• A scalable prototype model for open defecation-free zones ready for wider adoption.

YUVA’s holistic approach extends beyond immediate infrastructure improvements, fostering lasting behavioral change and community-driven advocacy. These interventions safeguard the health, dignity, and future of rural communities, ensuring sustainable and equitable access to clean water and sanitation.