Suvidha
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Project Suvidha - Community Water and Hygiene Centre
23rd April 2024
The project is to set Community Water and Hygiene Centres called Suvidha in the slums of Mumbai, India. The vision of this project is to help the low income population living in Urban India with better access to water and sanitation infrastructure which is designed on principles of water recycling to ensure future sustainability.
These centres have toilets with flushes, laundromat, hand wash stations, showers and safe drinking water. 4 Suvidha centre have been built in Mumbai in partnerships with HSBC and Hindustan Unilever Limited. Suvidha uses circular economy principles to reduce water use. Fresh water is first used for brushing teeth, bathing, handwashing and laundry. Since 2018, Suvidha Centre project has been up scaled to 16 centres in partnership with HSBC India and UWM is the CSR partner.
- In FY 2023 - 2024, 4 new Suvidha centres were inaugurated
- Annually benefitted more 5 Lakh Residents of the informal settlements belonging to lower income group
- Saved more than 50 million litres of water, through grey water and black water recycling.
62 Health Camps Provide Vital Services to Thousand
23rd April 2024
The team organized 62 health camps, reaching 13,106 beneficiaries. These camps provided vital healthcare services to residents, identifying 584 individuals with serious health concerns requiring further treatment. Additionally, 1,426 patients were referred to government health facilities for specialized care, contributing to early detection and treatment of health conditions.
Upgraded Facilities Provide Improved Sanitation and Water Access for Students
23rd April 2024
The team refurbished 68 toilet blocks, 8 hand wash stations, and 19 water dispensing stations in 10 municipal schools. These improvements created a clean and hygienic learning environment for approximately 16,232 school children, promoting better health outcomes and enhancing the overall school experience.
Health and Hygiene Education Initiatives Impact 2,500 Learners
23rd April 2024
Interactive hygiene education sessions were conducted in 10 municipal schools, reaching 2,500 students. These sessions raised awareness about sanitation practices and personal hygiene, empowering students with the knowledge to maintain cleanliness and prevent illnesses.