Modernization of four drinking water systems with a gender and environmental sustainability focus in the municipality of Aguilares.

CORDES

Justification

In January, February, and March of 2023, through participatory diagnostics, 8 communities identified the “Violation of the right to access quality drinking water and participation” as the central problem. This issue is also addressed in the Aguilares Strategic Plan 2019-2028.

Location

Municipality of Aguilares

Local Partner

CORDES

Objetives

General Objective: To contribute to the right to health and participation in the municipality of Aguilares, El Salvador.

Specific Objective: Modernize the operation of 4 drinking water systems with a gender and environmental sustainability focus to contribute to the human right to health: access to quality water and sanitation, and participation in local public policy for 3,208 people (1,625 women, 1,583 men) in the municipality of Aguilares, El Salvador.

Target Population

(1,625 women and 1,583 men)

Project Duration

Budget

Funding

TAU, Gob. Navarra (600.000€)

Activities:

  • Repair of six water tanks (5 of 100 m3 and 1 of 200 m3).
    Construction of two water wells.
  • Water quality analysis and control.
  • Inauguration of the four drinking water systems.
  • Establishment of four water and sanitation committees with at least 50% women in decision-making bodies.
  • Development of a campaign promoting hygienic habits, proper water use, and environmental management aimed at at least 100 girls and 100 boys from one educational center in Aguilares.
  • Reforestation of one hectare of land with forest trees of native species.
  • Training for 400 people in gender equity, human rights, citizen participation, proper water use, environmental hygiene, and water harvesting.
  • Training for 12 women who are part of the water and sanitation committees in self-esteem, women’s rights, leadership, and empowerment.
  • Presentation of a socioeconomic and aquifer protection proposal to the municipal government.
  • Design and approval of a municipal public policy for drinking water management in Aguilares.