The behavioural film for handwashing with soap (HWWS) revolves around the power of effective parenting in promoting proper hygiene practices for children. It showcases the importance of creating a supportive environment within families and communities to establish HWWS as a collective norm. The film ingeniously employs a scene featuring a snake charmer captivating an audience with a performance. When the snake charmer goes on to hold a child, a vigilant mother points out the potential presence of germs on his hands. Initially met with scepticism, an elder enlightens the snake charmer about the hidden dangers of seemingly clean hands. The mother shares her family’s practices of frequent handwashing, inspiring the community to adopt similar habits. The film aims to empower parents and communities to prioritize handwashing with soap, ensuring better health and hygiene for their children.

Target Groups:
Parents of infants and toddlers, other caregivers in the family

Key Messages:
Proper handwashing and hygiene are essential to safeguard a child’s health as germs, though invisible, can be transmitted through hands. Encouraging all family members to practice these habits is crucial for the child’s well-being.

Duration:
6 minutes

Required Resources:
Behavioural film for HWWS

How to Use:
During the session, parents will watch the video, and the facilitator will then engage them in a discussion to assess their comprehension and identify the key messages conveyed. To reinforce the main takeaways, the facilitator will summarize the essential points from the video