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Introduction:
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) is a vital component of human health and well-being. Access to clean water and improved sanitation facilities is essential for the health and dignity of individuals and communities. The government of many developing countries has been working to provide access to safe water and sanitation for all citizens. In this regard, the establishment and promotion of two WASH academies in a district of a developing country were undertaken in the year 2015-16. This report outlines the objectives, activities, and outcomes of this project.

Objectives:
The primary objective of establishing WASH academies was to enhance the capacity of the local population in managing and maintaining water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities. The following were the specific objectives of the project:

1. To provide training to local people on water quality monitoring, operation, and maintenance of water supply systems.
2. To raise awareness among the community about safe hygiene practices and the importance of sanitation facilities.
3. To establish a mechanism for regular maintenance and repair of water supply and sanitation systems.
4. To promote the use of low-cost and sustainable technologies for water and sanitation facilities.

Activities:
The following activities were undertaken to achieve the objectives of the project:

1. Identification and selection of suitable locations for establishing WASH academies.
2. Construction of two WASH academies, equipped with necessary training facilities.
3. Selection and training of local people as trainers and facilitators.
4. Conducting training and awareness programs for the local community on water quality monitoring, operation, and maintenance of water supply systems, and safe hygiene practices.
5. Establishing a network of trained community members for regular maintenance and repair of water supply and sanitation systems.
6. Promoting the use of low-cost and sustainable technologies for water and sanitation facilities.

Outcomes:
The establishment and promotion of two WASH academies have led to the following outcomes:

1. The local population has become aware of the importance of water quality monitoring and maintaining water supply systems.
2. The training has enhanced the capacity of local people in managing and maintaining water and sanitation facilities.
3. The network of trained community members has ensured regular maintenance and repair of water supply and sanitation systems.
4. The use of low-cost and sustainable technologies for water and sanitation facilities has reduced the maintenance and operation costs.
5. The project has contributed to the overall improvement in the health and well-being of the local population.

Conclusion:
The establishment and promotion of two WASH academies in a district have been a successful project in enhancing the capacity of the local population in managing and maintaining water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities. The project has contributed to improving the health and well-being of the local population and promoting sustainable development. The project can be replicated in other districts to achieve the goal of providing access to safe water and sanitation for all citizens.