Provision of sustainable and emergency lifesaving WASH services for 12,300 vulnerable populations in Kismayu district for 10 months. ltpgtIn alignment with the 2024 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan , oltspangtur interventions will focus on conflict and flood-affected populations, minority groups, women and children as well as Persons with Disabilities in Kismayult/spangtltspangt, who are particularly vulnerable due to chronic WASH-related challenges. In Kismayu, there is an increase in inter-sector severity in 2024, now categorized at level 4. This escalation is attributed to rising insecurity, protection risks, and the influx of individuals displaced by conflict, drought, and flooding, which exacerbates the already limited access to essential services, shelter, and livelihoods. lt/spangtltspangt The project will enhance inclusion, access to assistance, and reduced forced displacement mitigating protection risks. Also, contribute to reduced morbidity and mortality related to waterborne diseases contributing to positive WASH, nutrition and health outcomes.lt/spangtlt/pgtltpgtltspangtThe project will concentrate on those residing in areas with severe (level 3) and extreme (level 4) sectoral needs from Barkada Sharifada, New Qamqam IDP, Istanbul and Yontoy project locations.lt/spangtltspangt We will integrate these efforts with Qatar Red Crescent Society's (QRCS) 6-months ongoing emergency and recovery interventions in Food Security, WASH and Health, targeting same locations. This will establish linkages minimize duplication and enhance complementarities. Further, enlt/spangtltspangtsure programmatic synergies alt/spangtltspangtnd optimal use of resources. lt/spangtltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtltspangtOur interventions will bolster the cluster's efforts to provide minimum quality and standardized WASH services targeting 12,300 displaced and affected individuals (2411 women,  4342 girls, 1820 men and 3727 boys) from Barkada Sharifada lt/spangtltspangt(2108lt/spangtltspangt)lt/spangtltspangt, New Qamqam IDP (3974)lt/spangtltspangt, Istanbuul (3406)lt/spangtltspangt and Yontoy (2812)lt/spangtltspangt locations by supplying safe drinking water, adequate sanitation facilities, essential hygiene messages, materials, and core WASH kits. Of these 7380 are IDPs, 1230 returnees and 3690 host communitieslt/spangtltspangt. lt/spangtltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtTo address the unique needs of the targeted populations, the project will implement a gender-sensitive approach, prioritizing female-headed households, pregnant and lactating women, children aged 6 months to 5 years, and individuals with disabilities, all of whom face significant WASH barriers. To enhance centrality of protection, we will ensure that WASH services are delivered with a robust protection focus, including considering accessibility, gender-separated latrine facilities with lockable doors, adequate nighttime lighting, and water points within the agreed-upon distance standards.ltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtOur commitment is to guarantee that disaster-affected populations have equitable and inclusive access to WASH services, thereby enhancing accountability in service delivery. We will consider the WASH priorities of the affected population in all decision-making processes related to resourcing, planning, and implementation. To this end, we have conducted a comprehensive mapping of the critical needs of all targeted groups, especially ethnic minorities, female-headed households, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized individuals. The WASH interventions will be connected to a project-specific Community Feedback Mechanism (CFM) allowing for continuous improvement in implementation. lt/pgtltpgtltspangtTo ensure convergence, project staff will actively participate in coordination meetings with clusters (WASH, FSL, Health, protection, etc.) as well the Inter-cluster Coordination Group, and government coordination meetings at the state and regional levels to facilitate information exchange, learning and prevent assistance duplication. lt/spangtltspangtActivities promoting the convergence of clusters  and sustainability will be given prominence prioritizing rehabilitation and construction of WASH infrastructures in community institutions such as schools, health, and nutrition facilities. Also, training nutrition and health staff on water quality testing and treatment, and conduct hygiene promotion training, and distribute IEC materials/WASH kits with Health and Nutrition actors. lt/spangtltbrgtlt/pgt