Global Hand Washing Day

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Every year, millions of children under the age of five lose their lives to diarrhoeal and respiratory diseases. The simple act of washing hands with soap can greatly reduce this risk.
This October 15th, 2013, on Global Handwashing Day, the power is in your hands to spread this habit and make a difference.
Learn about the power of handwashing by rolling over each bubble and reading their story.
Download the images below, make them your cover photo on Facebook and Twitter and the spread the word.
Know more about how handwashing empowers children on www.globalhandwashingday.org

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