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October 15 is Global Handwashing Day, a global advocacy day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives. This year’s theme, “Unite for Universal Hand Hygiene,” calls for collective action. This community forum serves as a conversational space that curates, collects, and maintains resources, blogs, and content for Global Handwashing Day.

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October 15, 2024

A Statement from the Global Handwashing Partnership Secretariat Director

This Global Handwashing Day, we’re asking the question, “Why are clean hands still important?” Through my role as the secretariat director of the Global Handwashing Partnership, I know clean hands are fundamental in safeguarding public health, preventing infections, and promoting well-being. And on a personal […]

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October 7, 2024

Spotlighting Hand Hygiene: Elevating the Little H on Global Handwashing Day and Beyond

As we approach Global Handwashing Day, it’s crucial to reflect on the significance of hand hygiene in our daily lives. This year, the Global Handwashing Partnership will be hosting its annual event at the 2024 UNC Water & Health Conference through a spotlight session titled, […]

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October 3, 2024

Introducing Interactive Templates to Promote Clean Hands

As Global Handwashing Day approaches, it’s the perfect time to emphasize the importance of clean hands. This year, we’re excited to offer interactive resources to help you spread the message effectively: our interactive templates. These templates are designed to engage Global Handwashing Day celebrants, making […]

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October 1, 2024

How to Get Involved This Global Handwashing Day

Global Handwashing Day is celebrated every year on October 15th, and it’s a perfect opportunity to remind ourselves and our communities about the importance of hand hygiene. Why Are Clean Hands Still Important? This year’s campaign theme is “Why are clean hands still important?”. As […]

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