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Placing water issues at the heart of COP 27
On the occasion of the 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP), which is held this year in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, our organization is fully mobilized and has initiated several actions to make the voices of civil society and youth heard and to put water issues at … Continue reading Placing water issues at the heart of COP 27
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A unified #WaterGeneration at the 9th World Water Forum
As key elements of the 9th World Water Forum youth strategy, the General Assembly of the World Youth Parliament for Water and the Youth Space of the 9th World Water Forum allowed young people from all over the world the opportunity to work together to strengthen their capacities on major water-related themes, to develop strong … Continue reading A unified #WaterGeneration at the 9th World Water Forum
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Youth Parliaments for Water at Amsterdam International Water Week 2021
Water acts as a key link between sectors and regions. Including water in climate action and green deals is crucial for sustainable and resilient development. The practical integration and required innovation to facilitate such processes stood at the center of the Amsterdam International Water Week 2021, which took place from 1-5 November 2021 under the … Continue reading Youth Parliaments for Water at Amsterdam International Water Week 2021
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World Youth Parliament for Water 5th General Assembly – Call for participation
Join the wave and become an ACTOR OF CHANGE! The International Secretariat for Water (ISW) and the World Youth Parliament for Water (WYPW) are excited to launch the call for participation for the second part of the WYPW 5th General Assembly. This event will be held physically in the frame of the 9th World Water … Continue reading World Youth Parliament for Water 5th General Assembly – Call for participation
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Youth voices united and mobilized for the 9th World Water Forum
Pre-youth conference of the 2nd Stakeholder Meeting of the 9th World Water Forum October 11 and 13, 2021 The World Water Forum (WWF) to be held from March 21st-28th 2022 in Dakar (Senegal) is a unique opportunity to mobilize youth for water with the aim of influencing decision-makers for a sustainable and inclusive future. The … Continue reading Youth voices united and mobilized for the 9th World Water Forum
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5th General Assembly of the World Youth Parliament for Water
From March 22 to 26, the World Youth Water Parliament (WYPW) held its 5th General Assembly (GA) – which has been labeled as a preparatory event “Road to Dakar 2022”. With 600 registered participants, 18 interactive sessions, 20 workshops and more than 30 partner organizations – including the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and … Continue reading 5th General Assembly of the World Youth Parliament for Water
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WYPW launches its 2021 General Assembly
The WYPW is officially launching the registration for its 2021 General Assembly! Every three years, young talented people from all over the world are gathered to work together, shaping, and sharing youth perspectives for a more sustainable future regarding water and sanitation. This is also an opportunity to renew the membership of the network, elect new representatives, … Continue reading WYPW launches its 2021 General Assembly
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New Website for the World Youth Parliament for Water
The website of the Youth Parliament – the reference network of young people for water – has a new look! We are proud to have supported its development and we are convinced that it will give greater strength to the +15’000 young people committed to a world in which water is synonymous with sustainable development, … Continue reading New Website for the World Youth Parliament for Water
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Intergenerational Dialogue at Geneva Peace Week
Geneva Peace Week At the Geneva Peace Week, we organized, with our partners an “Intergenerational Dialogue on Water and Peace”. More than 70 participants came to the Palace of Nations in Geneva to share ideas on the theme of water as a vector of conflict but also, and most importantly, dialogue and cooperation The event … Continue reading Intergenerational Dialogue at Geneva Peace Week
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WYPW Contributes towards the 2021 World Water Development Report
Imad Antoine Ibrahim of the World Youth Parliament for Water (WYPW) reports back on his participation in the World Water Development Report 2021 (WWDR 2021) inception meeting convened by the World Water Assessment Program (UNESCO WWAP) in Perugia on the 19th and the 20th September 2019. The WWDR 2021 kick-off workshop topic was valuing water. … Continue reading WYPW Contributes towards the 2021 World Water Development Report
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WYPW has a fresh new look!
Wednesday August 28th, the World Youth Parliament for Water (WYPW) revealed their new visual identity, in addition to the fresh branding the visual identity places an emphasis on the ripple effect of youth-led actions across five regions. Activities at the young professionals booth were designed to reflect on how the network and 30+ National Parliaments … Continue reading WYPW has a fresh new look!
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World Water Week 2019 in Review
Reaching new heights for youth and civil-society inclusion during Stockholm World Water Week For Stockholm World Water Week 2019, our team was very busy promoting youth and civil society voices. Intergenerational Dialogue It is through sustained dialogue between generations that solutions to the challenges of our world can be identified and implemented. Adopting an inclusive approach … Continue reading World Water Week 2019 in Review
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#BluePeace event at University for peace
On Friday Sept 28, the World Youth Parliament for Water – Central Asia leaders, studying at University for peace (Costa Rica), held a #BluePeace event. The presentation and the workshop were both a success! They had around 40 participants (students from 30 countries) who’s ideas and enthusiasm was very inspiring! The Geneva Water Hub’s Symphony … Continue reading #BluePeace event at University for peace
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Global Brief article on the Blue Peace movement
We believe in trans-borders, trans-sectors and trans-generational cooperation to find joint solutions to the challenges our world is facing. That is why we support the #BluePeace movement! We are thrilled to spread this approach around the world… and to mobilize, connect and support civil society, including #young water leaders, for #Water and #Peace. From the … Continue reading Global Brief article on the Blue Peace movement
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Stockholm World Water Week – an involved civil society
For a strong committment of civil society and youth at the Stockholm World Water Week From left to right: Hannane Sellali (ISW), Lindsey Adalco-Manning (WYPW), Sarah Dousse (ISW) and Biljana Rimcheska (YWCCEE) We co-convened these sessions: Youth for Water and Climate Day! Wednesday, August 29th | All day | Room: Young Professionals booth – MV1 Organized … Continue reading Stockholm World Water Week – an involved civil society
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Young parliamentarians for water in action
The World Youth Parliament for Water continues to raise youth voices for further involvement of youth as key partners for SDG 6 achievement and peace. That is what the network advocated for during the International High Level Conference on International decade for Action “Water for Sustainable development” 2018-2028 in Tajikistan last June. It was a … Continue reading Young parliamentarians for water in action
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The national Senegalese journal presents our actions for water and peace
The Senegalese national daily “Le Soleil” shared the vision and actions of the ISW and its networks at the 8th World Water Forum in Brasilia to promote cooperation on water issues. We advocate for sustainable access to water and sanitation services, prioritizing the participation of civil society and young people in finding solutions and developing … Continue reading The national Senegalese journal presents our actions for water and peace
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World Youth Parliament for Water: Thirsty for Change
Young water leaders from around the world came together to mobilize for action in Brasilia during the World Water Forum. The 50 youth from 25 countries who gathered in Brasilia showed that they are change makers who are already taking action on local, regional and international levels. During the Forum we saw them mobilize, influence, … Continue reading World Youth Parliament for Water: Thirsty for Change
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Guest blog: Young parliamentarian Khadija Stewart
Brazil had quite a number of experiences that touched our hearts as a parliament but the one that stood out the most was our visit to the indigenous community; The Sanctuary of the Shaman (Santuário dos Pajés). Nothing prepared us for this visit, leaving the sheltered world of the city centre, we arrived at an … Continue reading Guest blog: Young parliamentarian Khadija Stewart
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World Youth Parliament for Water recap
Young water leaders from around the world came together to mobilize for action in Brasilia during the World Water Forum. The World Youth Parliament for Water’s 4th General Assembly was the culmination of over a year of planning and organization for this global youth-led network, supported by the ISW. The participants came from over twenty … Continue reading World Youth Parliament for Water recap
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Guest blog: Alex Whitebrook at WYPW and the Forum
Arriving in Brasilia for the 8th World Water Forum, the intense heat and dry environment immediately brought the scarcity of water to mind. As a city that has long dealt with its own water problems, the Forum brought a sense of irony to mind but created a great opportunity to help resolve existing issues. Sponsored … Continue reading Guest blog: Alex Whitebrook at WYPW and the Forum
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World Youth Parliament for Water elects new board
WORLD YOUTH PARLIAMENT FOR WATER ELECTS NEW BOARD Global network advocates for youth action on water MONTREAL, March 29, 2018–The World Youth Parliament for Water elected a new board of young water leaders in Brasilia last week. The board will advocate and act for water around the world, while mobilizing youth and supporting change. For … Continue reading World Youth Parliament for Water elects new board
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Central Asian youth make waves in Brasilia
Six young water professionals from Central Asia made a big impact at the World Water Forum in Brasilia this March. For the first time, youth from each of the six Central Asian states were able to participate in Forum sessions. They were present at all the Blue Peace Talks, and the youth sessions ISW organized … Continue reading Central Asian youth make waves in Brasilia
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The ISW at the World Water Forum
Come meet us at the World Water Forum in Brasilia and learn more about our flagship initiatives to defend the cause of water around the world. We’ll be convening, presenting at or participating in a variety of events from March 18-22. This tentative list is subject to change. Most events will take place at the … Continue reading The ISW at the World Water Forum
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World Youth Parliament for Water March 16-23: Program announced
The program and schedule is now out for the World Youth Parliament for Water’s General Assembly, coming up next week in Brasilia. From March 16 to 23, the World Youth Parliament for Water (WYPW) will unite more than 50 young water leaders from around the world in Brasilia for its fourth General Assembly. During a … Continue reading World Youth Parliament for Water March 16-23: Program announced
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#WaterGeneration Meetup – Dushanbe
On February 13, 2018 in Tajikistan, we organized a #WaterGeneration Meetup–Dushanbe. This day-long event prepared Central Asia’s Young Water Champions for the regional pre-consultations for the 8th World Water Forum on February 14 and 15. With a day of workshops, talks and testimonials, the Meetup prepared Central Asian youth to be agents of change through concrete … Continue reading #WaterGeneration Meetup – Dushanbe
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Call for participation: World Youth Parliament for Water General Assembly
The International Secretariat for Water and the World Youth Parliament for Water invite all young people active in the water sector to apply to the 4th General Assembly of the World Youth Parliament for Water. The Parliament will be held during the World Water Forum, on the theme of Water and Peace. WHAT IS THE … Continue reading Call for participation: World Youth Parliament for Water General Assembly
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SWE gives a boost to Eastern European youth thanks to Erasmus+
Youth Voices → Policy Choices: Giving a boost to Eastern European youth thanks to Erasmus+ Young leaders will meet with policymakers to envision a future in water ahead of COP24 STRASBOURG, Jan. 15, 2018 – Solidarity Water Europe is proud to announce that a new international initiative pairing young water advocates with policymakers has … Continue reading SWE gives a boost to Eastern European youth thanks to Erasmus+
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Wrap up: #WaterGeneration Meetup–Ouagadougou
WaterGeneration Meetup – Ouagadougou came to a successful conclusion December 4. 35 youth came from across French-speaking Africa to Burkina Faso’s capital for four days of learning, mobilization and speaking out for water. As the final preparatory event of the year before the 8th World Water Forum next March, the ISW has now held meetup … Continue reading Wrap up: #WaterGeneration Meetup–Ouagadougou
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#WaterGeneration Meetup Day 1
The first full day of #WaterGeneration Meetup in Ouagadougou got off to an exciting start. Youth from 10 countries in French-speaking Africa have gathered in Burkina Faso’s capital to take action for water. “#WaterGeneration Meetup is coming, I’m ready to work,” tweeted Flamay Ahiafor, a Young Water Champion from Togo. The introduction set the scene … Continue reading #WaterGeneration Meetup Day 1
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#WaterGeneration Meetup Ouagadougou – Nov 30–Dec 4
This Thursday in Burkina Faso, the International Secretariat for Water will unite 30 French-speaking youth from across Africa for #WaterGeneration Meetup – Ouagadougou. Over four days, they will participate in discussions, project workshops, social events and field visits. . The ISW is organizing this event to mobilize young Africans involved in the water sector, in collaboration … Continue reading #WaterGeneration Meetup Ouagadougou – Nov 30–Dec 4
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Youth workshop on water held in Astana
From June 16 to June 20, 2017, the International Water Secretariat (SIE) held a youth workshop for water, which brought together 30 young people from Central Asia, as part of the Universal Exhibition 2017 in Astana. This workshop took place under the Swiss flag and enabled the youth of Central Asia to develop a regional … Continue reading Youth workshop on water held in Astana
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Young people from Pakistan come together to discuss the Youth Strategy of ISW!
On June 9, 2017, the young professionals of Pakistan Youth Parliament For Water (PYPW) and Youth Parliament for Kashmir (YPK) gathered to discuss the new Youth Strategy of the International Secretariat for Water. Under the Supervision of the Adviser of Pakistan Youth Parliament For Water, the Honorable Sir Aslam Khan, the group made the cross verification of each … Continue reading Young people from Pakistan come together to discuss the Youth Strategy of ISW!
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Do you want to be the new Water Generation? Take part to the Youth Central Asia Workshop at the Astana Expo 2017
The International Secretariat for Water and the Swiss Government invite all young people active in water sector, to apply to the Youth Central Asia Workshop (Astana, 16-20 June 2017). Context The Youth Central Asia Workshop is organized as a side event of the Blue Peace Central Asia: Dialogue for 2030 – Water Security and Inclusive Growth (18–20 … Continue reading Do you want to be the new Water Generation? Take part to the Youth Central Asia Workshop at the Astana Expo 2017
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On The Road To WYPW at Brasilia 2018
A year of preparation all over the world ISW-SWE has organized events around the world to identify and mobilize young parliamentarians for the fourth WYPW General Assembly in Brasilia in March 2018. The preparatory process includes: Main preparatory events gathering 30–40 youth from the region or the continent Activities led by WYPW alumni in their … Continue reading On The Road To WYPW at Brasilia 2018
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Implementation of a project by the National Youth Parliament for Water-Togo
The International Secretariat for Water (ISW) welcomes the project “Climate Saturdays: Talking and Acting with Young People” implemented by the National Youth Parliament for Water – Togo. The project was selected as part of a competition organized by the Global Water Partnership (GWP) at the COP22 following the deposit of the White Paper “A Paris … Continue reading Implementation of a project by the National Youth Parliament for Water-Togo
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The Swiss Cooperation is supporting the development of our Youth Strategy
The ISW-SWE movement has been involved for more than 20 years in the development of programs for young people, notably through the Youth Parliaments for Water (EYPW, WYPW), enabling young people to be actively involved and bringing their voice to the water sector. To solidify these programs, to diversify the interventions with young people and … Continue reading The Swiss Cooperation is supporting the development of our Youth Strategy
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In Strasbourg, youth is mobilizing for water!
On the occasion of World Water Day on 22 March and with the support of the City of Strasbourg, the ENGEES, the Water Agencies Rhin-Meuse and Artois-Picardie and the Special Envoy for Water at SDC, François Münger, Solidarity Water Europe organized various events which had as a central point the involvement of the youth. SEE … Continue reading In Strasbourg, youth is mobilizing for water!
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Summary of ISW’s activities at COP22
Review of the presence of ISW at COP22 After a highly ambitious Conference of the Parties in 2015, this year COP22 took place under the theme of action and urgency to act. Thus, participants from all around the world came together to share their initiatives, innovations and ambitions to counter climate change. The International Secretariat … Continue reading Summary of ISW’s activities at COP22
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COP21: Presentations of world youth commitments to water
It was during Water Day at COP21 that the WYPW presented the commitments made from 21 different organisations that participated in the movement. Within the general theme Water and Climate, the 2 areas of commitment hinge around the need to integrate youth within the relevant water governance bodies and around raising youth awareness on water … Continue reading COP21: Presentations of world youth commitments to water
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World Youth Parliament for Water – Daegu & Gyeongbuk General Assembly 2015
In the framework of the 7th World Water Forum, the 3rd WYPW General Assembly was held from April 5 to 17 in Gyeongju, South Korea For one week, young parliamentarians exchanged on water and sanitation issues and have shared their respective initiatives. They were able to present their visions and commitments for water and develop … Continue reading World Youth Parliament for Water – Daegu & Gyeongbuk General Assembly 2015
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World Youth Parliament for Water – General Assembly Marseille 2012
The 2012 Marseilles Forum was all about finding solutions, one of which was to structure and ensure the continued participation of youths in the World Water Forums by implementing the World Youth Parliament for Water, which was held in 2012 – and will continue to be held in the following years. The youth assembled at … Continue reading World Youth Parliament for Water – General Assembly Marseille 2012
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World Youth Parliament for Water – General Assembly Québec 2002
The World Youth Parliament for Water was convened in Quebec City on November 18-22, 2002. The event was part of the preparatory activities for the International Freshwater Year 2003 and brought together 80 young participants from 23 countries, between the ages of 14 and 18. It provided an opportunity for the youth to reflect on … Continue reading World Youth Parliament for Water – General Assembly Québec 2002
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