Evaluating the acceptability of water, sanitation and hygiene interventions, with the case of a portable hygiene intervention (The Spatap) in three Fijian communities, a mixed-methods study.

The article evaluates the acceptability of the Spatap, a portable handwashing device, in three rural Fijian communities with limited water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) infrastructure. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study assesses community members' views on the Spatap's convenience, water-saving potential, and ease of use. It finds that the device is widely accepted, particularly for its water efficiency and suitability for low-resource settings. The study highlights the importance of considering local water scarcity, environmental conditions, and cultural factors in WASH interventions, recommending adjustments such as local-language instructions and per-person distribution to improve future implementations.
Author(s): Hosking, Rose; Richardson, Alice; Gray, Darren; Hales, Simon; Batikawai, Suliasi Mekerusa; Lal, Aparna
Published: 2024
Language: English
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