From May 15 to 25, 2024, nearly 70 young people from more than 40 countries will gather for the 6th General Assembly of the World Youth Parliament for Water, to be held in Bali, Indonesia, alongside the 10th World Water Forum.
Since 2002, the International Secretariat for Water has been mobilizing hundreds of young people from all over the world for the General Assemblies of the World Youth Parliament for Water, whose objectives are to build capacity, acquire key skills and define youth priorities for water.
The 6th WYPW General Assembly will be held under the theme “Water and youth : levers for cooperation and peace”. It will bring together young people over a 10-day period (4 days before and 6 days during the World Water Forum). From over 650 applications received, 70 young participants from over 40 countries have been selected.
The main aim of this General Assembly is to strengthen young people’s knowledge of the World Water Forum’s theme, with a view to optimizing their presence and influence.
The objectives are manifold:
- Raise the voice, presence and influence of youth at the 10th World Water Forum
- To draw up the WYPW’s action plan for the next three years and renew its membership
- Enable young people from diverse backgrounds to deepen their knowledge
- Enable young people to acquire essential communication and advocacy skills
- Enable participants to advocate for adequate youth representation and make their voices heard by decision-makers for rapid transformation
- Enable participants to develop their network
Under the aegis of the Forum’s theme “Water for shared prosperity”, participants will have the opportunity to:
- Participate in interactive and stimulating workshops
- discover Indonesian water issues through field visits and activities with local communities
- Meet experts and other young leaders in the water sector
- Influence the political process of the 10th World Water Forum
- Present youth perspectives and priorities at several Forum sessions and events
- Reinforce the strength and unity of the Global Youth Movement for Water
The program for the 6th General Assembly focuses on three areas: strengthening network cohesion, enhancing the knowledge and skills of young professionals, and promoting the voice of youth.
The outcomes of the WYPW’s 6th General Assembly will be presented by young people at the various thematic, regional and political sessions. In fact, all WYPW young people will have the chance to speak at the Forum, highlighting the importance of intergenerational dialogue in developing concrete solutions to water-related issues.
To see the full list of selected delegates: click here
“I believe that youth involvement in water politics is a necessity. When youth work together with older generations is when the best decisions can be made for the future of water (and thus the planet).”
Emily Kroft – Canada
“My motivation to attend the General Assembly of the World Youth Parliament for Water is to leverage my experience and expertise to assist in raising awareness about the profound impact of water issues on young people and the immense potential they possess to drive positive change. By championing the importance of youth involvement, we can work toward a more inclusive and effective approach to addressing the pressing challenges faced by our water resources I see the assembly as an excellent opportunity to connect with and empower my generation of water stewards.”
Ajay Sawant – India
“My motivation stems from a profound belief in the power of informed policy-making and grassroots initiatives to drive sustainable change.”
Kuanysh Uzbekov – Japan
“I believe that leadership in the water sector is centered around human values and partnerships. Leaving no-one behind is the only way to survive water crises today and tomorrow. As long as we breathe on this planet, we must work together to address global water crises and ensure that no one is left behind. I am eager to contribute my expertise and passion to the vital work of the World Youth Parliament for Water and learn from other young leaders who share my commitment to creating a more sustainable future for all.”
Gazi Nouman – Kenya
“I aspire to leverage this platform to bridge perspectives, learn from diverse experiences, and ardently participate in meaningful initiatives.”
Abdilahi Nuh – Kenya
“I see potential in the youth as they are optimists while recognizing that primary needs such as water and sanitation are hindering their nations’ socio-economic productivity. As the African Focal Point of World Youth Parliament for Water, I want to help in providing a platform for youth – especially in the Global South, so they can trust in taking the future of their continent in their own hands to unlock its potential.”
Fatou M’bow – United Kingdom
About the World Youth Parliament for Water
The World Youth Parliament for Water (WYPW) is a growing network of young change-makers acting for water around the world, launched in 2002. Present in over 80 countries, they are involved in water governance at all levels: from local communities to the United Nations and other forums, where they advocate for the participation of young people in the water arena and for more ambitious and inclusive water policies.
About the World Water Forum
The World Water Forum is the world’s largest water-related event, organized by the World Water Council (WWC) and a host country. The World Water Forum contributes to the dialogue of the decision-making process on water at global level, seeking to achieve rational and sustainable use of this resource. Given its political, technical and institutional scope, one of the main features of the Forum is the open and democratic participation of players from different sectors, making it an event of the utmost importance on the international agenda.