Spanish version available here The Regional Process of the Americas has come to an end. This process — coordinated by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in collaboration with governmental actors and various organizations in the region — aims to produce the regional report on the status of water in Latin America and the Caribbean, which will be presented at the 10th … [Read more...] about The Americas’ road to 10th World Water Forum with OLAS Data
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
How to solve a country’s water problem: Learning from the Israeli experience
By Hila Cohen In one of the most water-scarce regions in the world, where climate change has led to lower precipitation rates, Israel has successfully achieved water security. Despite these challenges, drought conditions do not disrupt the water supply for human or agricultural consumption in the country. How was this made possible? Through innovation in water resources … [Read more...] about How to solve a country’s water problem: Learning from the Israeli experience