Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) are critically important for
women, men, girls and boys affected by disaster and conflict. ERS
works to improve hygiene practices and increase access to safe,
sustainable water and sanitation services. ERS helps families to gain equitable access to safe water through rehabilitation and installation of water systems that meet family and livelihood needs. ERS also trains Water User Committee members and caretakers from the local community to operate, and maintain these water systems. This helps to ensure that the water systems are serviceable every time and regularly thereafter.