Objective:
Ahead of the XIX World Water Congress in Marrakech, Morocco, IWRA is hosting a Pre-Congress Inter-Task Force Webinar to explore key themes and discussions ahead of the event, initiated and prepared jointly by its Task Forces. This session is designed to provide participants with a clear understanding of the Congress’ focus on “Water in a Changing World: Innovation and Adaptation” and to engage in early dialogue on pressing challenges in water governance.
Participants will have the opportunity to discuss, ask questions, and provide input, helping to shape conversations that will continue at the Congress. This webinar offers a unique chance to align perspectives and prepare for the collaborative discussions that will take place during the World Water Congress.
Background:
The XIX World Water Congress is a prestigious international event co-organized by the IWRA and the Ministry of Equipment and Water of the Kingdom of Morocco, held under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco.
Taking place in the vibrant city of Marrakech, the Congress will bring together a diverse global audience of experts, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, civil society leaders, and private sector representatives. Participants will contribute to advancing global efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 6 and to strengthening the cross-sector partnerships essential for a water-secure future.
Speakers
- Malcolm Gander, Ph.D. – Consultant in Earth Sciences
- Ronald Roopnarine – Deputy Dean: Outreach and Internationalization; Senior Lecturer in Agri-Environmental Disaster Risk Management, University of the West Indies
- Neil S. Grigg – Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Colorado State University
- Ayend Christ Daou – Hydraulic Engineer and World Water Envoy
- [Guest speaker] Rabi Mohtar – Vice President, IWRA
Moderators
Kola Kareem – Chair, Smart Water Management Task Force
Rewa Assi – Chair, Early Career and Young Professionals Task Force
Raya Stephan – Project Officer – Co-chair, Water and Climate Change Task Force
IWRA Webinars constitute an additional resource designed to help our members, academics, dedicated practitioners, and policy professionals further explore these and other timely themes engaging in fruitful discussions, also aligned with the international water agenda and in close collaboration with key partners.
