For many girls in Dzaleka refugee camp, managing menstruation at school has long been a challenge due to the lack of clean, safe, and private toilets. Without proper facilities, countless young girls have been forced to miss school during their periods, losing valuable learning opportunities.
On Friday, July 25, 2025, Welthungerhilfe (WHH), with support from the German Federal Foreign Office, handed over new integrated girls’ WASH units to two primary schools in the camp. These facilities include two pit latrines, one disability-friendly latrine, a changing room, and urinals, designed specifically to meet girls’ needs. The new toilets give girls the dignity and safety to manage their menstruation while continuing their education without interruption.
WHH’s work in Dzaleka goes beyond these WASH units. The organization has installed eight large water tanks supplying clean water to 26 kiosks, built 18 new water kiosks benefiting over 19,000 people, and constructed 11 inclusive communal toilets serving the elderly, persons with disabilities, and supporting menstrual hygiene for underprivileged women and girls.
These improvements represent a significant step forward in improving health, dignity, and access for refugees living in Dzaleka. The story was recently featured in The Nation newspaper, highlighting WHH’s ongoing commitment to easing daily challenges and empowering the community.
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