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Water Youth Network Session at the COP29 Children and Youth Pavilion
On November 19, 2024, we held an Intergenerational Fireside Chat at the Children & Youth Pavilion, focusing on “Water Governance: The Role of Youth in Shaping Sustainable Water Policies.” This session brought together youth leaders and experts to discuss how young people are addressing water challenges, influencing policies, and contributing to climate action. Each panelist…
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Lako Stephane Represents Water Youth Network at the High-Level Rome Water Dialogue on WASAG
On October 17, 2024, Lako Stephane represented the Water Youth Network (WYN) at the High-Level Rome Water Dialogue on the Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture (WASAG) at FAO headquarters in Rome. This critical event, which is part of the World Food Forum (WFF), brought together hundreds of participants, including government ministers, FAO representatives,…
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World Food Forum Rome Water Dialogue ‘Water Scarcity in Agriculture’ Thematic Youth Assembly I
On October 8, 2024, the Water Youth Network (WYN) joined the World Food Forum’s (WFF) Rome Water Dialogue Youth Assembly. Co-organized by WFF, FAO’s Land and Water Division, and the World Youth Parliament for Water (WYPM), the Assembly focused on youth-led responses to water scarcity in agriculture, part of the Global Framework on Water Scarcity…
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Water Youth Network’s Participation in World Water Week 2024
At World Water Week 2024, the Water Youth Network (WYN) had a great opportunity to represent young voices in water governance. On August 29, WYN took part in the session “Countries and Partners Step Up Collaboration Towards Resilient Agrifood Systems,” which focused on the Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture (WASAG). Rachana Mattur from…
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Water Youth Network’s Participation in World Water Week 2024: Empowering Youth Voices in Water Governance
The Water Youth Network (WYN) proudly participated in World Water Week 2024, held from August 25 to 30 in Stockholm, Sweden. This year’s event was distinct for its increased focus on youth-led initiatives and intergenerational collaboration, providing young people with unprecedented opportunities to influence water governance. WYN played a central role, leveraging its platform to…
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Water Youth Network was Selected for COP29 Children and Youth Pavilion Steering Committee
Exciting news for young water advocates! The Water Youth Network (WYN) has been selected to join the Steering Committee of the Children and Youth Pavilion at COP29. This is a huge step forward for the organization and an important win for youth who are passionate about water issues and climate action globally. The Children and…
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Youth4Water: Reflecting on Youth Participation at the 10th World Water Forum
By: Manal Bidar The 10th World Water Forum in Bali was an event to remember, not only for its focus on global water challenges but also for its remarkable inclusion and celebration of youth participation. As a young climate activist, I was both inspired and uplifted by the opportunities and platforms provided for young voices…
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Women and Youth in Water Advocacy: A Call for Meaningful Engagement in Africa
By: Manal Bidar Water is life, and the meaningful engagement of women and youth in water advocacy is not just beneficial—it is essential for sustainable development in Africa. Women and youth are often the most affected by water scarcity and poor sanitation, yet their voices are frequently marginalized in policy-making and implementation processes. In many…
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Empowering Youth Advocacy in the Water Sector – An Intergenerational Dialogue
By: Rachana Mattur The event titled “Empowering Youth Advocacy in the Water Sector – An Intergenerational Dialogue” took place under the Netherlands Pavilion at the World Water Forum’s “Future is Now” event. Hosted by Wavemakers United, IHE Delft, and the Water Youth Network, we brought together over 30 participants who worked in 4 teams on…
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10th World Water Forum: WYN Pub Quiz
By: Rachana Mattur The Pub Quiz we organized at the 10th World Water Forum was a great success. Held at the Budaya Cultural Theatre, the event brought together 100 + young professionals, students, and youth advocates. Co-organized by Onewater, IHE Delft Institute for Water Education, and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), with support from Evodrop…
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WYN in WASH: Clean and Safe Water Outreach Program in Uganda
By: Johnson Katuura Johnson Katuura, our Water Youth Network’s WASH coordinator, led a capacity-building event titled “Clean and Safe Water Outreach Program” on May 1, 2024, in Mityana District, Uganda. The event aimed to address the pressing issue of water-related diseases by focusing on raising awareness and promoting effective WASH practices within remote communities. During the outreach program,…
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Towards the High-Level Dialogue on WASAG – Technical Meeting on the Global Framework on Water Scarcity in Agriculture
By: LAKO M. Stéphane WASAG is the Global Water Scarcity Framework on water scarcity in Agriculture in a Changing Climate led by 75 partners with strong support from FAO under the Land and Water Division since 2016. Its mandate is to support countries and stakeholders in their commitments and plans to cope with water scarcity in agriculture.…
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WYN Welcomes 6 New Coordinators!
The Water Youth Network, a platform for young professionals passionate about water management and sustainability, is pleased to announce a major expansion of its leadership team with the introduction of six new coordinators. Each appointment brings a fresh perspective and expert knowledge to the organization’s efforts in addressing water challenges around the globe. Faduma Ali,…
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A Warm Welcome to Our New Members at Water Youth Network!
We are thrilled to extend a hearty welcome to the 55 new members who have recently joined the Water Youth Network. This is a significant milestone for our community as it symbolizes our collective commitment to fostering a global conversation on water sustainability and management. Each of our new members has undergone an onboarding process…
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Join The Water Youth Network Coordination Team!
Join our Water Youth Network Coordination Team! We’re looking for passionate individuals for these roles: Partnerships Coordinator, Water Governance Co-Coordinator, WASH Coordinator, and IWRM (Integrated Water Resources Management) Coordinator. Apply by March 20 via the following link: https://linktr.ee/wateryouthnetwork Roles Description: – Partnerships Coordinator: Facilitates and nurtures partnerships with organizations, institutions, and stakeholders to…
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Sign Up to our March 2024 Onboarding Calls NOW!
Join our onboarding meetings to become an official member or coordinator at the Water Youth Network! Onboarding Sessions will be held on: – Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at 10 am GMT – Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 5 pm GMT Register here: linktr.ee/wateryouthnetwork During these onboarding meetings, participants will receive essential information…
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COP28 Event Reflection: Water and Nature Resilience in the Climate Era
COP28 marked a milestone for the Water Youth Network, as we organized a session at the COP Resilience Hub entitled Water and Nature Resilience in the Climate Era: Innovative, Holistic and Effective Governance alongside Arup, Global Water Partnership, Climate Resilient Infrastructure Development Facility (CRIDF), United Nations Water, and Indian Institute for Human Settlements. The session opened with…
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- Water Youth Network Session at the COP29 Children and Youth Pavilion
- Lako Stephane Represents Water Youth Network at the High-Level Rome Water Dialogue on WASAG
- World Food Forum Rome Water Dialogue ‘Water Scarcity in Agriculture’ Thematic Youth Assembly I
- Water Youth Network’s Participation in World Water Week 2024
- Water Youth Network’s Participation in World Water Week 2024: Empowering Youth Voices in Water Governance
