Access to safe water is fundamental to public health, yet millions remain exposed to waterborne diseases due to unsafe water usage and sanitation practices. This chapter examines how education and behavioral change can serve as transformative tools in promoting safe water use at individual, household, and community levels. It explores the role of formal curricula, community-based campaigns, digital platforms, and emergency education in reshaping habits and fostering public awareness. The chapter applies behavioral theories such as the Health Belief Model, Theory of Planned Behavior, and Social Cognitive Theory to explain motivations and barriers influencing water practices. It also identifies key risk factors including socio-economic limitations, cultural beliefs, and gender roles. Case studies from global WASH programs highlight successful strategies like Participatory Hygiene and Sanitation Transformation (PHAST) and Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS). The chapter further addresses monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, outlining tools and indicators that assess progress. Finally, it presents institutional frameworks and policy recommendations for scaling and sustaining change. Through interdisciplinary integration of education, psychology, and community engagement, the chapter provides a holistic roadmap for fostering water-safe behavior. It concludes that without educational investment and sustained institutional support, infrastructure improvements alone cannot guarantee long-term water safety and public health outcomes.