Self-supply for safely managed water: To promote or to deter?

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2022

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Policy Brief

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Comprehensive guide on rural water supply, covering topics such as water sources, water quality, water treatment, water storage, and distribution systems.

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2022

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The Self Supply approach emphasizes incremental improvements and private investment in rural water supply, rather than relying solely on external aid and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Self Supply can be a sustainable and cost-effective way to improve access to safe water in rural areas, but it requires a supportive policy and regulatory environment, as well as technical and financial assistance for households and communities.

Self Supply can also have positive impacts on health, education, and livelihoods, as well as gender equality and social inclusion, by empowering communities to take ownership of their water supply and sanitation systems. (