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).

Participating Countries:
8
Participating Schools:
11
Number of Beneficiaries:
5385

This initiative is helping children understand the importance of hygiene
by encouraging the simple yet powerful habit of proper handwashing.

Hygiene Education

Supply Support

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.

🧼 How to Wash Your Hands Properly 🧼

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.

✨ Hygiene Education ✨

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.

✨ Supply Support ✨

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.

WeLoveU School’s Hygiene Education and Supply Support in 8 Countries
Undersecretary Bou Chum Serey of the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport explaining the importance of hygiene to the students.

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.