Barriers to Drinking Water Security in Rural Ghana: The Vulnerability of People with Disabilities

June 2021

Using a qualitative approach that employs in-depth interviews with members of three rural communities in Ghana, this study assesses the water security experiences of persons with disabilities (PWDs).

The study identifies barriers such as social exclusion, stigma, distance and water costs, all of which make it difficult for PWDs to collect a sufficient quantity of potable water. The authors conclude that in order to enhance access to potable water by PWDs, it is imperative that their needs are assessed, that members of this group are included in rural water management decision-making, and that they are involved in the day-to-day management of drinking water facilities.

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RegionWestern Africa
CountryGhana
ThemesDisability, Leave no one behind
LanguageEnglish

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