Safe Water Network India
Advocates for safe and affordable water access as a basic human right, collaborating to develop equitable solutions and embrace continuous improvement
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About
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Headquarters
New Delhi, Delhi
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Since
2009
Safe Water Network is dedicated to ensuring access to safe and affordable water, considering it a fundamental human right. Their mission is to serve millions in underserved Read morecommunities by developing cost-effective and equitable solutions. It also works to accelerate access through technical assistance and by fostering collaboration across the sector. The organisation's core values reflect its commitment to accountability, emphasizing integrity, transparency, and active communication. It embraces adaptive learning, recognizing the evolving nature of the water sector and technology, aiming to continuously improve and adapt to change. Safe Water Network acknowledges the importance of collective action, understanding that collaboration within the sector and beyond is crucial for success. It prioritizes inclusion, emphasizing the importance of locally-led sustainable solutions and creating an inclusive environment within its team and the communities it serves.
Action
Safe Water Network India implements community-based safe water solutions, builds local capacity, and develops sustainable models for safe water access that can be scaled up.
Cause Area
Impact
Safe Water Network has made a significant impact, directly benefiting 1.3 million people across 346 communities, with an impressive 99%+ station uptime. Over half of these water stations are managed by women, and the organisation has provided safe water access to 306 schools, promoting the well-being of communities and enhancing educational opportunities.
Vision & Mission
Safe Water Network India's vision is to ensure sustainable access to safe, affordable drinking water for all, while its mission is to develop and demonstrate affordable, economically viable solutions for safe water access in India.
Programs
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Catalysing the Sector Programme
Safe Water Network actively collaborates with the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs to facilitate the creation of a comprehensive national water policy, with the aim of expanding piped water networks across India. Additionally, it takes the lead in the SWE Alliance, a nationwide multi-stakeholder platform that advocates for safe water enterprises as resilient and complementary solutions in the water sector.
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Sustainable Water Purification Enhancement Initiative
StateSafe Water Network is actively involved in enhancing the performance of Karnataka, India's decentralized water purification systems. These systems, comprising 18,000 water purification plants (WPPs), represent one of the world's largest water infrastructure projects, with a goal to serve over 40 million people. Through its Technical & Advisory Services, Safe Water Network collaborates with stakeholders in the decentralized water sector, particularly the Rural Drinking Water Supply & Sanitation Department (RDWS&SD). Together, they are engaged in a multi-year program to upgrade the Karnataka WPP system, addressing service level disparities and ensuring the reliability and sustainability of these crucial water facilities.
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Women's Water Entrepreneurship Initiative
Safe Water Network addresses gender disparities in India, where women collect 80% of water in remote areas and care for those with waterborne illnesses. Small Water Enterprises (SWEs) offer a solution, providing safe water and freeing up women's time for education and work. The iJal Women’s Empowerment Programme, launched in Telangana's Medak district, fosters female entrepreneurship through self-help groups, benefiting over 170 women and 150,000 community members. Safe Water Network plans to expand and optimize this program, exploring distribution for SHG-run stations. It advocates for continued efforts by the Government, policymakers, and funders to empower women in water access and provision.
Milestones & Track Record
Safe Water Network India has established over 300 iJal water stations across multiple states, trained thousands of local operators and entrepreneurs, and partnered with government agencies to support national water access initiatives like the Jal Jeevan Mission.
Leadership Team
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
100+
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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Registration ID
4896
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VO ID / Darpan ID
DL/2017/0116795
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FCRA
231661385
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Impact
Safe Water Network has made a significant impact, directly benefiting 1.3 million people across 346 communities, with an impressive 99%+ station uptime. Over half of these water stations are managed by women, and the organisation has provided safe water access to 306 schools, promoting the well-being of communities and enhancing educational opportunities.
Location
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Headquarters
The Centrum, Room 1, TB-3 (3rd Floor), 369-370 Main Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, Sultanpur, New Delhi, 110030
Directions
Vision & Mission
Safe Water Network India's vision is to ensure sustainable access to safe, affordable drinking water for all, while its mission is to develop and demonstrate affordable, economically viable solutions for safe water access in India.
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Trust