Definition & calculation
Count the number of standard-compliant hygiene kits distributed to targeted households as recorded in distribution and logistics documentation.
Means of verification
Distribution records, waybills, post-distribution monitoring
Interpretation
Direction: Higher is better
Typical reporting frequency: Monthly or quarterly
Guidance & common pitfalls
An output of items delivered, not people reached or items used; specify kit composition and pair with PDM to confirm receipt and adequacy.
This library is a curated reference to adapt, aligned generically with recognised humanitarian frameworks (Sphere, cluster registries, IASC, CHS and others). It is not an official indicator registry — always use the exact indicator definitions your donor or cluster requires.
Related indicators
- Incidence of diarrhoeal disease among children under five in the target area
- % of households with access to and use of sufficient soap and essential hygiene items
- % of sampled water points / household stored-water samples meeting agreed safety standards (0 CFU E. coli / adequate free residual chlorine)
- % of target community members who can identify at least one functioning channel to give feedback or raise a complaint about WASH services