The document outlines a water and sanitation project in Peru that aimed to improve health and living conditions. It did this by strengthening the capacity of municipalities and water utilities to improve infrastructure, operations and maintenance, management, and community education. Key results included over 550,000 beneficiaries gaining improved access to water and sanitation services, and leveraging $10.2 million total for the project between 2000-2004. Lessons learned emphasized the importance of community participation, training, and ensuring technical solutions were appropriate and sustainable.