In an effort to assist vulnerable families within our communities, the Ministry has begun the
distribution of hygiene packages for vulnerable families currently affected by COVID19. In-line
with the Ministry’s mandatory focus, this initiative currently prioritizes low-income families
struggling to support multiple children, a person(s) with a disability, elderly or a loved one
infected with COVID19.
A total of 200 packages containing basic necessities such as; soaps, face masks, sanitizers, water
bottles and basic hygiene information/brochures from the Ministry of Health, are earmarked for
Upolu and Savaii i.e. 100 for Upolu, 100 for Savaii. In the last week, over 60 hygiene packages
were delivered to selected families in Upolu to villages such as; Falelauniu, Tafaigata, Malie,
Leone, Magiagi, Letogo and others with more expected within the next week. For Savaii, 100
packages were distributed to 20 districts, of which were mostly received by their Members of
Parliament or a government representative in villages, with the aim for them to distribute to
selected low-income families.
As our families and communities continue to adapt to managing infection and living with
COVID19, our households are vulnerable to severe health difficulties and placing stress on
everyday economic & social challenges. The Ministry seeks to provide direct support and
coordinate with its network of implementing partners and donors to mobilize similar support for
our vulnerable families across the country.
In such unprecedented times, the Ministry continues to support Government’s collective effort to
manage the pandemic and boost the resilience of our communities to the threat of COVID19.
We acknowledge the continuous support of our Community Development partners, Village
Representatives, Faith-Based Organizations, NGOs/CBOs & Development Partners/Donors and
appreciate your partnership.

MWCSD, Private Bag, Apia: Samoa Phone: 685-27752/685-27753