By Tomás Serebrisky, Manager, Infrastructure and Energy. Historically, rivers and bodies of water were used as territorial demarcations, separating countries, regions and other divisions imagined by humans. However, water, by its very nature, flows tirelessly along its course, leaving a trail of progress. It can connect populations, link destinations and, on occasion, … [Read more...] about Bridging Borders through Water
Water and sanitation
The student who fights to break menstrual hygiene taboos
Before reaching adulthood, Yackelin Fuentes had already discovered her calling: to communicate about a topic that remains taboo for many and to raise awareness about the importance of water and sanitation. By Andrea Ortega C. ESPAÑOL Water is a vital resource, and for Yackelin, it was also what allowed her to discover her calling. She grew up in La Guajira, … [Read more...] about The student who fights to break menstrual hygiene taboos
Women Upstream: Celebrating Resilience and Impact on International Women’s Day
Written by Andrea Ortega In a world where access to water remains a challenge for 17 million people and where 72 million people still lack access to sanitation, according to WashData; women emerge as central figures in the fight for equity and sustainable development in this sector in Latin America and the Caribbean. Women play a leading role in access to water and … [Read more...] about Women Upstream: Celebrating Resilience and Impact on International Women’s Day
Call for proposals 10th World Water Forum 2024: Winners Announcement
Spanish version available Water unites us. We all need it, and it transcends borders and cultures. Therefore, showcasing best practices and successful cases from the region at international events contributes to water security and the future of water. Events like the World Water Forum (WWF) are of crucial relevance today. Every three years, experts, government leaders, … [Read more...] about Call for proposals 10th World Water Forum 2024: Winners Announcement
Schools: Gateways to Water Access
On World Education Day, we share a project that changed the lives of Uruguayan children and families in rural areas. This initiative, centered around water access through schools, has made a significant impact. *By Andrea Ortega C. We are in Chacras de Borghi, located in the Uruguayan department of Flores, 2.30 hours north of Montevideo. Here, schools … [Read more...] about Schools: Gateways to Water Access