We promote safe access to water, sanitation, and hygiene resources to the most vulnerable communities

WASH is a central pillar of COOPI’s work. To COOPI, ensuring access to safe water, adequate sanitation, and promoting good hygiene practices is vital not only for protecting health and dignity but also for strengthening food security, safeguarding the environment, and building community resilience.

COOPI’s WASH interventions tackle both urgent needs in emergency settings and long-term development challenges, improving water availability, accessibility, and quality, while also promoting sustainable resource management. In areas facing limited access to drinking water, environmental degradation, or disaster risks, we adopt integrated approaches that deliver immediate impact and foster lasting change.

In healthcare settings, we strengthen water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure to improve infection control and ensure safe care, while the construction of adequate sanitation facilities prevents disease transmission and upholds human dignity, especially in crises. In urban and peri-urban areas, COOPI promotes sustainable solid waste management systems that protect both public health and the environment.

COOPI recognises that access to water is vital for food security and nutrition, supporting agricultural production, livestock management, and safe food preparation. Protection principles guide every intervention, ensuring that water and sanitation services are inclusive, safe, and respect the dignity and rights of all community members, particularly the most vulnerable. Additionally, COOPI incorporates disaster risk reduction and climate change strategies into WASH programming, helping communities prepare for and adapt to climate-related hazards such as floods, droughts, and water scarcity.

Through this holistic approach, COOPI works to improve living conditions, reduce health risks, and empower communities to sustainably manage their water and sanitation resources, fostering resilience and long-term well-being.

Please note: the data on this page refer to the last Annual Report.