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This paper examines the water–energy–food (WEF) nexus in a humanitarian context, with a specific focus on water, sanitation and hygi
Of the two billion people worldwide lacking access to at least basic sanitation, seven out of ten live in rural areas (JMP 2019).
In 2019, 30,000 people were forced to leave their homes due to conflict, persecution, and natural disaster each day.
The key weaknesses identified in water infrastructure systems in urban and peri-urban areas in FCAS are:
Adequate environmental health services are critical for human rights, health, and development, especially in the context of forced d
Solid waste and faecal sludge management in situations of rapid mass displacement are important to public health an
Good hygiene practices are crucial for avoiding Ebola contamination during the transport and burial of deceased persons potentially
In this paper, we argue for including a full hygiene promotion intervention as an early part of emergency response.
When responding to an emergency situation, ensuring safe excreta disposal is an urgent priority in the disaster relief effort.