Population with a hand washing facility with soap and water in the household ( BAA )

This indicator is proposed as an indicator for Sustainable Development Target 06.2 By 2030, achieve access to adequate and equitable sanitation and hygiene for all and end open defecation, paying special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations.


Linkages

Use of handwashing facilities with soap and water is relevant to the achievement of targets:


Data

Organisations
WHO/UNICEF JMP already maintains a global database on the use of handwashing facilities with soap and water in the household


Instruments
Data on use of hand washing facilities is available from national household survey and censuses. Data is currently available for 50-100 developing countries.