Enhance the well-being of  Al Majd and Deir al 'Asal al Fauqa Area C residents by the provision of safe and sufficient drinking water services ltpgtltbrgtThe development of WASH services is a significant concern for all. Village councils, households, particularly women, and relevant government ministries and agencies are all focused on ensuring the availability, accessibility, and affordability of WASH services. These concerns have guided the planning of the project.ltbrgtThe project was developed based on secondary data provided by the Palestinian Water Authority (PWA) and the WASH cluster vulnerability mapping in which PARC played a part. It also incorporates findings from validation visits and a recent needs assessment conducted by PARC and other NGOs, with active participation from the communities with active women participation.ltbrgtIn essence, the project aims to provide safe, ample, and cost-effective drinking water to neighborhoods in Area C in Al Majd and Deir al 'Asal al Fauqa. The primary activities include:ltbrgt1- Installing approximately 9 kilometers of new drinking water distribution networks (mainly 2" and 1" pipelines) with all related works including installation of manholes, accessories and reinstatement works.ltbrgt2- Connecting around 450 households to these networks.ltbrgt3- Awareness sessions for school students (boys and girls) in WASH topics related to the project.ltbrgtThe need for this intervention is underscored by the low water consumption per capita in these communities, which averages between 30-50 liters per person per day, well below the WHO recommended 100 liters. Furthermore, the high cost of trucked water, especially during dry and harsh weather, places a significant burden on residents. The project aims to increase daily water consumption to around 70 liters per person and reduce the cost per cubic meter to approximately 5 NIS, leading to more than 100% increase in consumption and a 75% cost reduction for local residents. These improvements are expected to enhance the quality of life and hygiene conditions in the targeted communities.ltbrgtSupplying drinking and residential water can have a profound and multifaceted impact on their overall well-being. Access to clean, safe, and reliable water is a fundamental human right and a critical component of public health and sustainable development. that will be reflected by: ltbrgta- Health Improvementltbrgtb- Enhanced Hygiene and Sanitationltbrgtc- Reduced Water Scarcity and Stressltbrgtd- Empowerment of Womenltbrgte- Economic Developmentltbrgtf- Community Resilienceltbrgtg- Social EquityltbrgtPARC believes that these upgraded and reliable WASH infrastructures will have a profound impact on the residents' quality of life in the targeted communities. Quality services can enhance the resilience of these communities and reduce the likelihood of internal migration to cities, contributing to a more sustainable, diverse, food-secure, and stable Palestinian community.ltbrgtThe project is designed in a participatory and adaptable manner, with a special focus on women's involvement given the significant impact of water-related issues on them. Monitoring and evaluation will track women's satisfaction levels and improvements in their livelihoods through defined indicators and a MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) plan.ltbrgtSettler violence in Al Majd and Deir al 'Asal al Fauqa is a complex and sensitive issue that has been a source of concern for the residents. These villages are located in an area that has been a focal point of settler attacks and clashes in the past few years. The violence perpetrated by Israeli settlers against these communities has significant social, economic, and security implications.ltbrgtIn conclusion, supplying drinking and residential water to vulnerable communities such as Al Majd and Deir al 'Asal al Fauqa goes far beyond quenching their thirst. It is a fundamental step toward ensuring their basic human rights, improving their health, and empowering them to build more resilient, prosperous, and equitable communities. Access to water is a foundational element in the path towards a better and brighter future for these communities.ltbrgtlt/pgt