Fyall Co-Authors Publication on WASH Among RV Residents
Posted: 11/15/2024 ()
As vehicular homelessness has become more prevalent in recent years, meeting the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) needs of vehicular residents has emerged as a growing public health concern. CSDE Affiliate Rachel Fyall (Evans School) recently co-authored an article in the International Journal on Homelessness which documents the experiences and WASH needs of RV residents in Seattle. The article, entitled “Keeping Clean: A Qualitative Analysis of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Among Residents of Recreational Vehicles in Seattle, WA US” finds that water and hygiene experiences of RV residents were comparable to those of other unhoused populations, but that sanitation needs were distinct. The authors also propose several service delivery models for cities which can address the needs of RV residents. Read the full article here.