Glossary
At the end of each definition in this Glossary there is a number in brackets. This indicates the number of the Study Session where the term is first used in this OpenWASH module.
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participationtaking part or being
actively involved in a process or activity. (5) | |
partnershipagreement to carry out a
certain task together that will benefit all involved, according to their own
interests. (4) | |
pastoralismway of life in which people
who keep animals, such as cattle, sheep, etc., move from place to place looking
for sufficient water and food for their animals. (6) | |
per capitaper head or per person. (14) | |
planningsystematic process of
establishing a need and then working out the best way to meet the need by
deciding objectives and activities, with their sequences and resources. (14) | |
point source (of water supply)water supply accessed at
source, e.g. hand-dug wells, protected springs. (6) | |
policyhigh-level statement of
overall purpose and principles that will guide plans and decisions. (2) | |
pollutionthe presence or release
into the environment of any substance that can cause harm. (15) | |
private sectorthe part of a country’s
economy that is not run by the government. (9) | |
procurementbuying or obtaining goods
and services. (13) | |
Programme Management Units (PMUs)responsible for
implementing OWNP plans and activities at federal and regional level, and zonal
where appropriate. (7) | |
Programme Operational Manual (POM)main guiding document for
management of funds channelled through the Consolidated WASH Account. (4) | |
programmesany set of related events,
activities or projects. Programmes are developed to enact policies and
strategies. (2) | |
project-based aid approachaid provided to support the
implementation of a single project without integrated planning and use of
resources. (3) | |
public latrineslatrines open to anybody,
in public places or in residential areas. (14) | |
public-private partnership (PPP)collaboration between a
public or government office and a private sector company towards a common objective
and for mutual benefit (4) | |
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