This Strategic Operating Framework (SOF) has been developed to guide WASH Sector partners in responding to humanitarian needs in Sudan in conjunction with the existing and forthcoming humanitarian response plans (2022 and 2023). This SOF is drafted in consultation with the Strategic Advisory Group (SAG) at the national level and will be revised as the humanitarian situation evolves in line with changes made to the WASH Cluster response plan and other guidance received by the SAG and the Technical Working Groups. However, by adhering to the cluster (Sector) approach, the partners agree to: Assist the authorities in responding to the WASH needs of the population affected. Promote a common understanding of the WASH sector needs and interventions in the response context among the WASH partners. Ensure a well-coordinated response and consequently increase the efficiency, effectiveness, and impact of individual agency responses; and Align towards common humanitarian principles and operational objectives. Partners to conform to the broad operational framework outlined in this document. Agencies that breach these guidelines will be expected to provide clear justification to the WASH Sector and other WASH Sector partners through the SAG