Hand Hygiene: From Learning to Practice
A special time of learning was held at three schools
in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, and the nearby city of Bhaktapur.
Through the “WeLoveU School” program, students received hygiene education
and hygiene supplies to help them put healthy habits into practice.
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Basic School
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Handwashing is the most basic yet reliable way to prevent infectious diseases.
However, many households and schools in Nepal
still lack proper hand hygiene environments.
According to the Progress on Household Drinking Water,
Sanitation and Hygiene 2000–2022 report published
by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF,
35% of households in Nepal have handwashing facilities
but without adequate soap and water,
while 2% have none at all.
The situation is even more serious in schools
—only 45% are equipped with handwashing facilities
that include hygiene supplies.
To help improve this situation, WeLoveU visited three schools
and provided detailed education on the importance of hand hygiene
and proper handwashing techniques to 1,020 students.
The children practiced proper handwashing techniques using soap
and learned healthy hygiene habits. Teachers also took an active role
in emphasizing to the students the importance of maintaining clean hands.
At the same time, a ceremony was held to deliver hygiene supplies.
WeLoveU presented students with hygiene kits containing handkerchiefs,
nail clippers, and soap, and provided each school
with five sets of shared hand sanitizers and dispensers.
A teacher from Shree Mahalakshmi Basic School said,
“It was truly a meaningful time because our students
were able to learn hygiene knowledge essential for daily life.
It has had a positive effect on improving their lifestyle habits.”
The students also made a promise, saying,
“From now on, we will wash our hands clean.”
Poor hygiene environments can spread infectious diseases
and lower the overall quality of life.
Through WeLoveU’s hygiene education and the provision of hygiene supplies,
we hope to help children in Nepal develop healthy habits and contribute
to improving the overall hygiene standards of their communities.
Small Steps of Global Citizenship: Awakening Awareness to Care for the Earth
In the face of growing global environmental challenges,
the thought, “It doesn’t matter if it’s just me,” no longer has a place.
To build a sustainable world, it is time for everyone
to care and take action to protect the environment.
Since last year, the International WeLoveU Foundation
(hereinafter referred to as WeLoveU) has been conducting
the “Small Steps of Global Citizenship” program
as part of its global citizenship education.
From May 28 to June 26, the second session of the
“Small Steps of Global Citizenship 2025” program was held twelve times
across six chapters in the Seoul metropolitan area in Korea.
A total of 248 members of various age groups took part, learning about
and reflecting on environmental issues and pledging to put environmental
protection into practice, making it a meaningful and inspiring experience.
Members said they realized how interconnected the world is
and that when everyone, as global citizens,
takes interest in environmental issues, real change can happen.
They also shared that the program helped them see environmental issues
in a new light in their daily lives.
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✨The Clean WORLD Movement Emptying the Earth’s Trash Can✨
Members said the most memorable part was a role-play
in which they acted out the situations of residents and animals
living in areas severely affected by waste problems.
“What I once thought was someone else’s problem felt close,
as if it were my own,” they shared.
“I am a cow in India. These days, I mistake trash such as plastic and paper for food and end up eating it, which damages my digestive system. My small wish is to drink a sip of clean water, eat a handful of soft grass, and sleep for even one day in the cool shade.”
“When I eat, there is always trash mixed in with my food, which makes me uncomfortable. I wander freely from place to place, but everywhere is covered with garbage, so I can no longer tell where I am.”
After the activities, members shared, “I came to recognize
environmental problems from a broader perspective,”
and “I reflected on my own lifestyle habits,”
They pledged not to forget what they learned
and to start with small actions to protect the environment.
Participants also expressed hopes for more opportunities
to join the global citizenship education.
“I felt a bit regretful that the group discussion time was short.”
“I hope the program will also be held on holidays.”
“I want more people to take part in this program.”
There are many ways to reduce waste,
but what truly matters is our continuous concern and consistent action.
At the end of the class, members raised their voices together with heartfelt determination:
“The Clean WORLD Movement—Emptying the Earth’s Trash Can, please continue!”
The Small Steps of Global Citizenship,
—our small but meaningful actions for the earth—
will continue into the future.
Handwashing: A Simple Habit for Staying Healthy 🧼
The International WeLoveU Foundation (hereinafter referred to as WeLoveU)
conducted hygiene education and provided hygiene supplies in celebration
of World Health Day (April 7) and World Hand Hygiene Day (May 5).
This initiative is helping children understand the importance of hygiene
by encouraging the simple yet powerful habit of proper handwashing.
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Why Does WeLoveU Emphasize Hand Hygiene ✨?
Since hands are one of the main carriers of germs
—with more than 150 types of microorganisms commonly found on the palms
—this practice is key to protecting health and preventing diseases.
Germ transmission through unwashed hands can cause a range of illnesses,
from respiratory infections to waterborne diseases.
Yet, proper handwashing remains one of the most effective ways
to stop the spread of these infections.
Florence Nightingale emphasized handwashing during the Crimean War,
transforming field hospital conditions and reducing mortality rates
of wounded soldiers from about 40 percent to just 2 percent.
Even earlier, in the mid-19th century, obstetrician Ignaz Semmelweis
achieved groundbreaking results by encouraging physicians
to wash their hands before delivering babies,
lowering maternal mortality rates from 18% to less than 2%.
By instilling this simple but essential habit in children today,
the initiative hopes to protect health, prevent disease,
and continue the legacy of lifesaving hygiene practices.
Proper Handwashing 🖐✨: How Should It Be Done❓
Proper handwashing removes more than 90% of germs on the hands
and can prevent up to 60% of infectious diseases.
Apply soap thoroughly to your hands,
follow the six steps below for about 30 seconds,
then rinse well under running water, and dry with a clean towel.
The students pledged to protect their health through proper handwashing
and to stay diligent in their studies.
WeLoveU provided students with hygiene kits containing items,
such as handkerchiefs, nail clippers, and soap to encourage them
to take care of their personal hygiene. WeLoveU also donated hygiene supplies,
including liquid soap and dispensers, to the schools.
The distinguished guests and school officials
who took part in the hygiene education extended their heartfelt wishes
that the students would cultivate good habits
and enjoy a bright and healthy future.
The principal and vice principal of Mathare North Primary School in Kenya
expressed their gratitude, saying,
“Our school often suffers from flooding, making hygiene a challenge.
Thanks to WeLoveU, we can now prevent diseases. This will have a positive
impact on both the students’ health and their learning environment.”
A teacher from Seroto Matsehla Primary School in South Africa also shared,
“Since it is winter and viruses spread easily through coughing and sneezing,
the hand sanitizer will be a great help in preventing the spread of illness.”
James Clear, author of the bestseller Atomic Habits, writes:
“Success is the product of daily habits
—not once-in-a-lifetime transformations.”
In other words, small and consistent actions
can bring about life-changing results.
The simple act of washing hands can be the first step
toward building a healthy future for children.
WeLoveU will continue to provide tailored hygiene education and supplies
so that children around the world can dream of a healthy and bright future.