Most diseases that affect people living in Mongolia’s poor outer districts (diarrhea, dysentery, hepatitis A) are due to unsanitary conditions, coupled with poor hygiene practices and low water consumption. They contribute to a rapidly deteriorating public

Improving access to safe water, improved sanitation and knowledge on proper hygiene practices for the population of the Songino Khairkhan district, Ulaanbaatar.

The project will be implemented in all ger Khoroos (district sub division) of Songino Khairkhan and will benefit at least 45,000 people

1. A legal and operational framework governs both the water and sanitation sectors.
2. At least 600 households benefit from the provision of safe water supply services.
3. 250 households and 10 schools and kindergartens benefit from the provision of sanitation facilities.
4. 45,000 persons consciously adopt proper hygiene behaviour and practices.

Principaux résultats antérieurs:  

The project structure is designed on the basis of the pilot project (and its findings) which took place in 2009-2012. Since 2009, ACF has designed and experimented with models of latrines based on 2 main technologies: urine diversion and the development of a faeces collection service. Furthermore, ACF develops an innovative concept of “multiservice water kiosk”(larger building than traditional water kiosk, including other public services like laundry, bathhouse, etc.).

Phase 1 01.07.2012 - 30.03.2015   (Completed)