Global Handwashing Day 2023: Date, history, significance and theme
Hindustan TimesTo prevent diseases and save lives through an easy, effective and affordable way of washing hands with soap, the Global Handwashing Day was founded by the Global Handwashing Partnership. Global Handwashing Day 2023: Date, history, significance and theme Date: Global Handwashing Day is celebrated every year on October 15. History: The first Global Handwashing Day was held in 2008, when over 120 million children around the world reportedly washed their hands with soap in more than 70 countries and since then, community and national leaders have used Global Handwashing Day to spread the word about handwashing, build sinks and tippy taps and demonstrate the simplicity and value of clean hands. Significance: Global Handwashing Day emphasises that clean hands save lives and promotes the adoption of this simple yet impactful habit for better public health since the ultimate goal is to ensure that handwashing with soap becomes a habit for everyone, everywhere.