Video Script of Action Against Hunger (WASH Program)

 

Client: Action Against Hunger
WASH Program
Awareness Video Script
Duration:  4-6 min

VIDEO	AUDIO
We will see a bird’s eye view of the Rohingya settlement (establishing shot).	Narrator: In the heart of Cox’s Bazar, Ukhiya bears the weight of one of the  largest refugee settlements of the world, a place where resilience meets hardship.
Cut to We will see the glimpse of the previous scenario.	Narrator: Here, each day begins with a quiet struggle for survival, as hundreds and thousands of Rohingya navigate life with limited access to safe water, proper nutrition, sanitation facilities, waste management and essential healthcare services. Amidst the challenges, hope endures.
Cut to We will see the project’s text visuals along with footage of some toilets, tube wells, and waste management (human excreta and HHs kitchen waste) facilities implemented in Camp 11.	Narrator: Despite the challenges, Action Against Hunger with the support of IOM has implemented a comprehensive WASH program in Camp 11, ensuring safe water, improved sanitation with bathing chambers, planned waste management and laying the foundation for a sustainable future.
Cut to Alongside the Project Manager’s narration, we will see some visuals of community volunteers in action.	Interview (Project Manager): Our program focuses on safe water, improved toilets, waste management, and promoting cleanliness. But beyond that, we wanted to ignite confidence within the community, empowering them to become leaders of their own change. Because true, lasting transformation happens only when the community takes charge and gets actively involved.
Cut to The selected Model Mothers are receiving awareness training, and project representatives are engaging them in discussions on key issues related to health and hygiene awareness.	Narrator: A group of dedicated women from the community have stepped forward to raise awareness among their neighbors. Known locally as “Model Mothers,” these 65 selected women are actively engaged in educating people around them about hygiene practices, cleanliness, and disease prevention. Through their sincere efforts, they are gradually transforming the community’s behavior and overall awareness.
Cut to   Alongside the interview of the Model Mother, we will also see footage of her visiting households and raising awareness and discussion within the community.	Interview (Model Mother): I am a Model Mother. I have taken responsibility for 10 nearby families. I go door to door, raising awareness about hygiene practices, menstrual health care for women, and the importance of cleanliness. Now, everyone washes their hands with soap before cooking or eating. The community members have become much more aware. They listen to me with interest and take my words seriously.
Cut to   Deep tube wells are being installed under the supervision of project representatives, with the support of community volunteers.	Narrator: As hygiene practices improve, awareness is steadily growing among community members. They are becoming more interested and proactive in consuming and using safe drinking water. However, the existing water networking system still cannot meet the community’s full demand. To address this crisis, Action Against Hunger (ACF) Bangladesh stepped in and initiated the installation of deep tube wells. This intervention not only ensured access to safe water but also brought a visible improvement in the quality of life for children in the camp.
Cut to Alongside the interview, we will see other beneficiaries collecting water from the deep tube well. Project representatives are supervising to ensure the water is disinfected. At home, the beneficiary's child is drinking a glass of water. A look of satisfaction is on the mother's face.	Interview (Beneficiary): Having access to clean water was once a daily struggle. We had to walk a long way to collect a little pure water, which was a waste of time. But now, there's a deep tube well right next to my house, and project representatives regularly disinfect the water with chlorine. I no longer panic when my child drinks water. Almost every family in Camp 11 now enjoys the benefits of this safe water.
Cut to We will show here project representatives and community members collaborating to construct several latrines and bathhouses, along with a glimpse of the related activities. Community members are using the latrines and bathing facilities constructed in Camp 11, based on gender equality and access to people with disabilities.	Narrator: Health, a child's smile, and a mother's peace of mind—these small moments are rooted in safe water and hygienic sanitation. In addition to safe water, Action Against Hunger (ACF) Bangladesh has built more than a hundred gender-equitable latrines and bathing facilities in Camp 11. Separate toilets have also been constructed for people with special needs, making the lives of every community member safer and more dignified.
Cut to As the interview unfolds, we see the person with special needs independently approaching the latrine in a wheelchair demonstrating accessibility and dignity. Toward the end of the interview, the screen captures a reflection of his/her confidence and sense of safety highlighting how this simple yet impactful initiative has transformed his/her daily life.	Interview (Person with Special Needs): Since we are few in number, many people don't consider our needs. But Action Against Hunger (ACF) Bangladesh has built this special latrine right next to my house. Because of this initiative, my life no longer feels like a burden, it feels much safer now.
Cut to cut We will see a top shot of the improved, scientific, and environmentally friendly sludge waste management system highlighting its structure, layout, and how it supports sustainable sanitation. (It is more important, and should have more emphasize in here)	Narrator: Constructing latrines alone is not enough to ensure safe sanitation. That’s why Action Against Hunger (ACF) Bangladesh has emphasized improved, scientific, and environmentally friendly sludge waste management systems collecting from HHs to treatment centers.
Cut to cut As the sludge management engineer explains the process, we visually follow each step of the sludge waste management system: Sludge Extraction: Sludge is pumped out from the latrine pit using a mechanical pump. Holding Pit: The extracted sludge is temporarily stored in a holding pit. Sedimentation Tank: Every morning and evening, the sludge is transferred to the sedimentation tank, where heavier particles settle at the bottom. Filter Tank: The sludge then moves gradually through a filter tank, where it is strained using natural materials like coconut husks. Delivery Tank: The treated liquid is collected in the delivery tank. Infiltration Bed: Finally, the purified liquid is safely released underground into an infiltration bed, completing the natural treatment cycle.	Interview (Sludge Management Engineer from IoM or ACF): In sludge waste management, we’ve focused on an environmentally friendly, chemical-free natural system along with practical maintenance. The camp latrines are regularly cleaned, and the fecal sludge is collected systematically. It is then safely transported to the treatment plant, where the DEWATS system is used to naturally treat the waste.
Cut to In this segment, we see scenes from various households in the community. each with separate bins for organic and inorganic waste. Community volunteers are shown collecting the waste door-to-door, sorting it carefully. The organic waste from the red bins is then brought to the compost processing site, where it is properly stored for further treatment. This visual journey highlights the community’s active role in maintaining a clean environment through organized and respectful waste management.	Narrator: When a household courtyard is kept clean, the entire environment comes alive. Action Against Hunger (ACF) Bangladesh has taken a practical step toward this through its Solid Waste Management initiative.  In Camp 11 and surrounding areas, community members actively collect household waste and sort it right at the source. Organic waste is placed in red bins, while non-organic waste goes into blue bins. The organic waste is used to produce compost, and the non-organic waste is safely transported to a central landfill. This keeps the surroundings clean and ensures waste management that is sustainable and dignified
Cut to As the community volunteer shares their experience, we see the step-by-step process of organic compost production: ●       Biodegradable waste being collected and layered in compost pits. ●       Regular turning and watering of the compost to speed up natural decomposition. ●       The finished nutrient-rich compost ready for use. We observe the organic compost being distributed among both refugee and host community members.  ●       We see the compost being applied in home gardens, enriching the soil and helping vegetables grow healthy and strong right in the household courtyards.	Interview (Community Volunteer from ACF): We collect all biodegradable waste from the community like vegetable peels, fruit scraps, and leftover cooked food and bring it here. The waste is then buried underground and regularly turned over, with proper moisture and airflow to aid decomposition. Gradually, this waste transforms into nutrient-rich organic compost. The compost is distributed among both the refugee and host communities. With its use, the soil becomes more fertile, and self-sustained vegetable gardens are now thriving in the community.
Cut to A glimpse of the transformation in Camp 11 through project-driven efforts: Children washing their hands, a model mother leading a hands-on health session, community members actively engaged in the sludge waste management process, and someone applying organic compost to their own vegetable garden. The smiles on everyone’s faces reflect a deep sense of satisfaction and hope.	Narrator: It’s not just infrastructure, but habits that save lives. Action Against Hunger (ACF) Bangladesh’s WASH program with the support of IoM goes beyond building facilities—it has brought change in habits, behaviors, and the flow of life. In Camp 11, every initiative is woven with resilience, mutual support, and a hopeful story of a better future.
Cut to Close-up shots of three individuals separately, then a final shot of all three together speaking in unison, showing unity and a sense of pride. (Collect the shot, finally we will decide to be add, following the time distribution)	Community Voices: Voice 1 (Adolescent Girl): I used to be scared during my period, but now I understand and know how to take care of myself. Voice 2 (Elderly man): Our families can finally breathe fresh air. The house-to-house waste collection has freed us from the unbearable stench that once filled our small homes. Life feels cleaner, and our children are healthier than ever. Voice 3 (Young Volunteer): Clean toilets and eco-friendly waste management these small habits bring big changes in life. All Together (with emphasis): This is our story. A story of change, dignity, and moving forward together. We make it happen. We show the way.
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