Changes

===Strengthening the evidence of Group handwashing in schools===

Access to WASH in Schools (WinS) is a critical factor to promote school attendance, learning and health of children. The Fit for School (FIT) approach is an example of a WinS initiative, which aims to turn the school environment into a healthy setting by establishing a culture of cleanliness, hygiene and good maintenance. The approach stimulates healthy hygiene habits through the institutionalization of handwashing with soap and tooth brushing with fluoride toothpaste as daily school-based group activities. This requires effective collaboration between schools, local communities, Ministries of Education (MoEs) and other partners based on clear and transparent agreements.

Starting the WinS journey and experiencing that school communities can make a difference is most important: WASH in Schools is everyone’s business.

===Contribution to the SuSanA sustainability criteria===