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07/03/2026

Water for equality means OPPORTUNITY.

With access to safe water, women can start businesses, grow food, and lead their communities. Without it, inequality deepens. Water empowers women and girls to play their full part in building stronger, more resilient societies.

What does water for equality mean to you?
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06/03/2026

Why is water a gender equality issue?

Because when water isn’t safe or close to home, women and girls:
💧 Collect it
💧 Risk their safety
💧 Care for the sick
💧 Lose time and opportunities

Read more in as we prepare for . https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/questions-people-ask-water-gender-equality-un-water-gpk4e

05/03/2026

Rights are not enough without justice.
And justice is not enough without action.

Around the world, when systems meant to protect people weaken, women and girls often pay the highest price.

Access to safe water and sanitation is part of this story. When water is scarce or unsafe, women and girls carry the heaviest burden — losing time, opportunities, health and safety.

As we mark International Women’s Day and move toward World Water Day, we are reminded that equality also flows through water.

Where water flows, equality grows.

04/03/2026

Water for equality means HEALTH.

Unsafe water, sanitation, and hygiene cause around 1,000 child deaths every day. Safe water reduces disease and keeps families healthy. It’s the cornerstone of wellbeing and prosperity.

Every drop counts. Join the conversation: What does water for equality mean to you?
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02/03/2026

For women and girls, safe water, sanitation and hygiene facilities close to home mean better health, dignity and opportunities – benefitting everyone in society.
For 2026, we’re answering the about the connections between water and gender equality.

Explore the full newsletter and learn more. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/questions-people-ask-water-gender-equality-un-water-gpk4e

28/02/2026

Join the Global Water Investment Movement

GWPO is inviting distinguished and visionary leaders to serve as GWPO Water Envoys — high-level honorary representatives who will lead Strategic Partnerships and Virtual Liaison Offices in priority global cities.

Water Envoys will play a key role in championing GWPO’s Transformation Agenda and advancing global water investment and cooperation.

👉 Learn more and apply by 18 August 2026:

📥 Download the Global Envoy for Water Investments & Climate ad (PDF)

27/02/2026

Vacancy: Technical Adviser (P4) – UNEP
📍 Baku, Azerbaijan
🗓 Deadline: 13 March 2026

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is recruiting a Technical Adviser (P4) to lead the implementation of the project “Strengthening Climate Information and Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems for Increased Resilience in Azerbaijan.”

Based in Baku, the role will provide technical oversight, coordinate with government and partners, ensure compliance with GCF requirements, and integrate sustainability and gender considerations across project outcomes.

This is an opportunity to support climate resilience, early warning systems and data-driven decision-making in line with national and global climate commitments.

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://careers.un.org/jobSearchDescription/267888?language=en
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26/02/2026

Are you a young innovator aged 18–30 with an idea for the planet? 🌍

UN Environment Programme’s programme awards young entrepreneurs with public recognition, money allocation, training, mentorship, and the opportunity to pitch for financial backing.

Take your idea to the global stage! Apply before 31 March.

https://www.unep.org/youngchampions/apply/timeline

25/02/2026

AIDA World Water Law Congress 2026
📍 Oslo, Norway | 24–26 June 2026

Under the theme “Water Law and Governance in Times of Climate Change and Biodiversity Loss,” the AIDA World Water Law Congress 2026 will bring together scholars, practitioners and policymakers to address emerging challenges and innovations in national and international water law. https://www.nmbu.no/en/aidawaterlawcongress

🎓 Early-Career Researchers’ Workshop, ahead of the Congress
Master’s students, PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers are invited to submit a 4,000–6,000 word chapter outlining their research hypothesis and methodology.

🗓 Submission deadline: 28 February 2026
🔗 https://www.conftool.org/aida-wwlc-2026/

AIDA World Water Law Congress 2026HomeAboutProgramParticipationVenuePartners & Sponsors24-26 June 2026 in Oslo, Norway Congress registration now open Welcome to the International Association for Water Law World Water Congress 2026.The University of Oslo (UiO), the Norwegian University of Life Scienc...

23/02/2026

🎙️ Women on the Frontlines: Serving Communities Across Borders

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the International Water Association (IWA) is hosting a special webinar celebrating the stories and experiences of remarkable women serving as volunteers and professionals — with a particular focus on the water and sanitation sector.

This 60-minute session will highlight leadership, resilience and cross-border collaboration, and spotlight the vital role women play in advancing water and sanitation for communities worldwide.

🗓 4 March 2026
⏰ 10:30 GMT
🌐 Language: English
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes

🔗 Register and learn more: https://www.iwa-network.org/learn/women-on-the-frontlines-serving-communities-across-borders

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, this webinar will celebrate the stories and experiences of remarkable women serving as volunteers and professionals in various contexts, with a particular focus on the water and sanitation sector.

21/02/2026

Strong (water, sanitation and hygiene) systems don’t happen by accident.
They’re built through steady investment, skilled people, good data, coordination across government — and planning for climate risks.

When these foundations are in place, water and sanitation services are more reliable and reach more people. That’s what it takes to make WASH work for everyone.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/questions-people-ask-water-sanitation-hygiene-systems-un-water-scfse

20/02/2026

Water for equality means SAFETY.

For too many people, collecting water means walking alone for miles, navigating danger. Access to safe water close to home lowers risk, reduces illness, and builds stronger, safer communities. When women and girls are safe, whole communities are stronger.

It’s time to centre women and girls in water solutions.
What does water for equality mean to you?
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