The 2019 Global Handwashing Day theme is “Clean Hands for All.”
This year’s theme follows the push to leave no one behind in the Sustainable Development agenda. Inequalities in handwashing facilities and lack of effective handwashing promotion programs can put individuals at higher risk for diseases that impact their health, education, and economic outcomes. This year’s theme reminds that we must be inclusive when addressing handwashing disparities. No matter your role, you can celebrate Global Handwashing Day. Stay tuned to learn more about this year’s theme and what you can do.
Global Handwashing Day is a global advocacy date dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding about the importance of handwashing with soap as an effective and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives. It is also an opportunity to design, test, and replicate creative ways to encourage people to wash their hands with soap at critical times.