Empowering Conflict-Affected Communities in Sagaing Region through Improved WASH and NFI Services for a Dignified Future ltpgtThe proposed project is set to take place in the Taze townships of the Sagaing region in Myanmar, with a primary objective of addressing the needs of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). These individuals have been compelled to flee their homes due to ongoing conflicts and political instability in the region. The project's focus is to provide essential support to 1347 households, comprising a total population of 6570 individuals, with a gender distribution of 45% male and 55% female  . According to our assessment, there are 52 individuals with disabilities, including 24 males and 28 females, in targeted sites. This means that the actual number of disabled individuals on the sites is only 1%, out of the targeted 6570 individuals. The reasons for the displacement of these IDPs are deeply rooted in the political and security challenges that have plagued the region for an extended period. These conflicts have left communities fragmented and struggling to meet their basic needs, including access to clean water, proper sanitation, and basic shelter. The project seeks to address these pressing issues comprehensively.lt/pgtltpgtltbrgtIn assessing the proposed project areas, it becomes evident that there are critical deficiencies that demand immediate attention. These include the lack of adequate water storage facilities, insufficient sanitation infrastructure, a scarcity of hygiene supplies, low awareness levels on hygiene,   and a shortage of NFIs and essential items for shelter and daily living. lt/pgtltpgt   ltbrgtIn the targeted project sites, which include 11 locations, there are currently 2,056 males, 2,420 females, 880 boys, and 1,214 girls residing. Among the overall population of 6,570 individuals, there are 52 persons with disabilities (PWD), comprising 24 males and 28 females. These individuals have urgent needs for clothing, personal hygiene items, mine awareness, accessing safe water sources, and kitchen essentials.ltbrgtTo effectively address these gaps and improve the living conditions of the displaced population, the project has outlined a strategic plan encompassing three core components. The first component, Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), aims to provide a multifaceted solution. It includes the construction of temporary water storage tanks, installation of new shallow tube wells, and emergency latrines designed to be accessible for disabled people, as well as those with physical and mental impairments. These emergency latrines are designed based on the guidelines provided by the WASH cluster .ltbrgtFurthermore, the WASH component will involve the distribution of comprehensive hygiene kits to the affected households. This is accompanied by raising awareness about Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM), a critical aspect of women's health and dignity. Training programs on hygiene practices will also be implemented, along with Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) assessments to gauge the impact of these interventions.lt/pgtltpgt  ltbrgtThe second core component, Shelter  NFI, is equally important to enhancing the living conditions of the IDPs. This segment of the project will focus on providing essential non-food items (NFIs) and kitchen sets to the displaced families. These items are often overlooked but are critical for maintaining hygiene and ensuring a semblance of normalcy in their lives. Additionally, training programs will be offered to teach the displaced communities how to construct bamboo relief shelters, which will significantly improve their housing options. ltbrgtltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtDue to the word limit, the rest can be found in the comment box in OneGMS system and the attached final version of the project document.lt/pgt