Agenda for Change

Self Help Africa Malawi takes advantage of the 2025 World Water Day conference held in Blantyre to disseminate findings from the climate risk assessment in Thyolo to share knowledge and recommendations for improved WASH resilience in disaster hot spot areas. My colleagues Ulemu Gondwe and Caroline Melody Kawala shared findings from a climate vulnerability assessment in Thyolo at the 2025 World Water Day conference organised by the Malawi government through WASAMA The study was led by University of Bristol in close collaboration with Self Help Africa and Ministry of Water and Sanitation with funding from Co-op through The One Foundation in order to better understand climate related WASH risks for an effective response and resilience building. The conference provided an opportunity to disseminate the findings including how SHA Malawi is implementing recommendations from the study to improve WASH resilience in both WASH and non WASH projects. We believe the study results and knowledge shared will help influence the sector at large to integrate and build resilience in WASH programming in order to achieve uninterrupted WASH services when natural disasters such as cyclones and mudslides strike. The 2025 #worldwaterday was commemorated under the theme "#fostering #water #development amid #climate #change" #woldwaterday #resilience #washresponse #climate #action #resilience Anisha Nijhawan Nikki Armstrong Samson Hailu Bekele Dr Sarah Alldred Will Tillett Mathieu Métois Kate Hartley-Louis Joel Ndeule Nkosi Gomezgami Loretta Ndarama Clement Banda UNICEF Malawi Eng. Phideria Clara Moyo Elias Chimulambe Kate Harawa Agenda for Change

?? Missed our Ask Us Anything session about the Women in WASH & RWSN - Rural Water Supply Network Mentorship Programs? We’ve got you covered! ?? Watch the full recording and explore our FAQ document (available in English, Spanish, and French) to get answers to the most common questions about how the program works, who can apply, and what’s new this year. ?? Recording: https://lnkd.in/gEEjZbB3 ?? FAQ (EN/ES/FR): https://lnkd.in/gQi5Jca6 Still have questions? Drop them in the comments or send us a DM - we’re happy to help! Skat Foundation, Global Water Center, World Vision, World Vision USA #WomenInWASH #MentorshipMatters #Mentorship #AskUsAnything #MentorsAndMentees

‘While trying to solve complex societal issues like water security, the necessity of collaborating far outweighs the benefits of working alone.’ Water for People India has made collective action as its central tenet in achieving #SDG6 by 2030 and has been collaborating actively with civil society organisations, market actors and various government departments at district, state and national levels. We? welcome this initiative by Agenda for Change to create space for dialogue, cross learning and joint action on the approach of systems strengthening starting with IRCWASH, WaterAid, Welthungerhilfe (WHH) and Water For People for co-creating this agenda for bringing about large scale structural change in the #WASH sector. We look forward to sharing our learning by working with a multitude of partners across various states and countries as part of this collaborative. AKRSP-India Arghyam International Innovation Corps Tata Trusts ACWADAM Pune iRAP Well Labs + Samavit PriMove Infrastructure Development Consultants Pvt. Ltd. Watershed Organisation Trust (WOTR) @PRASARI Tomorrow's Foundation 4S IGS UNICEF India Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur Jadavpur University Presidency University, Kolkata Management Development Institute, Gurgaon Government Of Assam , India Government of Maharashtra (GoM) Government of Bihar Government of West Bengal Jal Jeevan Mission Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen 3M Atlas Copco ITC Limited ETP Oak Foundation INREM Foundation @Gramvani @chirag Bishwadeep Ghose Vivek Sharan Sujata Tripathy Mishra Hemant Pinjan

One of the highlights of this week was the follow-up planning session, supported by our Global Coordinator Bethlehem Mengistu, for the emerging Agenda for Change country collaboration in India. It was inspiring to engage with our members about what a collective effort can achieve for the sector in India. These formative stages of collective action are crucial, as they allow us to interrogate our collective value proposition, identify both tangible and intangible assets, define a shared vision, and think about what makes for a sustainable and durable initiative. And of course, we are also keeping the tough questions in mind. Ahead of the meeting, collaborators analyzed their organizational investments against key systems building blocks, assessed their geographical footprint and overlaps, and began drafting a ‘Charter’ to guide and structure their collaboration. In a time when systems thinking and collaboration have never been more important, it’s reassuring to see our member-led scaling of our mission into new countries. Exciting times as we move forward with this important work! Thank you to Shiny S. Bishwadeep Ghose Ruchika Shiva Bikash Kumar Pati Sanjib Dey Biswanath Sinha WaterAid IRCWASH Water For People Welthungerhilfe (WHH) #AgendaForChange #CollectiveAction #Collaboration #India #SustainableImpact #SystemsThinking #ScalingImpact

?? Real Talk: Mentorship can improve your confidence! Navigating professional spaces in a second language can feel overwhelming, but the right support can make all the difference. Meet Marisela Sotelo Tornero, a committed and driven mentee from Peru. In this short video, Marisela shares how her experience with her mentor, Stephanie Ogden, gave her the confidence to research, speak, and thrive in English — a journey that expanded her world and career in meaningful ways. ?? Watch her story here: https://lnkd.in/eR63htzH ?? Ready to begin your mentorship journey? Click the link below to apply and start your path of growth, empowerment, and connection.?? https://lnkd.in/gzmBQ8zj #Mentorship #MentorshipMatters #WASH #WomenInWASH

?? Join Our Live Q&A TOMORROW and Ask Us Anything about Mentorship! Have questions about the Women in WASH and/or RWSN - Rural Water Supply Network Mentorship Programs? Not sure if mentoring or being a mentee is right for you? Join us for a Live 'Ask Us Anything' session where program leads will share insights and answer your questions! (Spanish/French interpretation available). ?? March 20, 2025 ? 8:00 - 9:00 AM EST | 3:00 - 4:00 PM EAT | 5:30 - 6:30 PM IST ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/dZbYdQJc What You’ll Learn: Who can apply? (Mentor & mentee criteria) How does the program work? (Timelines, expectations & structure) What’s new this year? (Dedicated mentor support, special events, & more!) What’s in it for you? (Growth & networking opportunities, certificates, features) RWSN - Rural Water Supply Network, Skat Foundation, Global Water Center, World Vision, World Vision USA #WomenInWASH #WASH #Mentorship #MentorshipMatters #LiveQA

Don't forget to Join Our Live Q&A on March 20th and Ask Us Anything about Mentorship! ?? March 20, 2025 ? 8:00 - 9:00 AM EST | 3:00 - 4:00 PM EAT | 5:30 - 6:30 PM IST ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/dZbYdQJc What You’ll Learn: Who can apply? (Mentor & mentee criteria) How does the program work? (Timelines, expectations & structure) What’s new this year? (Dedicated mentor support, special events, & more!) What’s in it for you? (Growth & networking opportunities, certificates, features)

?? Rejoignez notre session de Questions et Réponses en direct le 20 mars et posez-nous toutes vos questions sur le programme de mentorat ! Vous avez des questions sur les Programmes de Mentorat Women in WASH et/ou RWSN - Rural Water Supply Network? Vous n'êtes pas s?re que devenir mentor ou mentee est fait pour vous ? Rejoignez notre session en direct "Demandez-nous ce que vous voulez", où les responsables du programme partageront des informations et répondront à vos questions ! (Interprétation en espagnol et en fran?ais disponible). ?? 20 mars 2025 ? 8:00 - 9:00 AM EST | 3:00 - 4:00 PM EAT | 5:30 - 6:30 PM IST ?? Inscrivez-vous ici: https://lnkd.in/dZbYdQJc Ce que vous apprendrez: ? Qui peut postuler ? (Critères pour mentors et mentees) ? Comment fonctionne le programme ? (Dates, attentes et structure) ? Quoi de neuf cette année ? (Soutien dédié aux mentors, événements spéciaux et plus) ? Quels sont les avantages pour vous ? (Opportunités de croissance et de réseautage, certificats et reconnaissances) RWSN - Rural Water Supply Network, Skat Foundation, Global Water Center World Vision, World Vision USA #WomenInWASH #Mentorat #LeMentoratEstImportant #QuestionsEtRéponses 4o mini

? Appel à toutes les femmes dans le secteur de l'eau, de l'assainissement et de l'hygiène (WASH) passionnées par le changement ! Es-tu prête à faire partie de quelque chose d'impactant ? Les Programmes de Mentorat Women in WASH et RWSN - Rural Water Supply Network sont désormais OUVERTS ! ?? ?? Pendant le processus d'inscription, tu trouveras trois options parmi lesquelles choisir. Lis attentivement et sélectionne celle qui te convient le mieux. Nous avons inclus un graphique ci-dessous pour t'aider à guider ton choix. ? Le Programme de Mentorat Women in WASH : ?? Mentores – Si tu as plus de 5 ans d'expérience dans le secteur WASH, tu as une mine de connaissances à partager ! Que ce soit en leadership, expertise technique ou orientation professionnelle, ton mentorat peut faire la différence. ?? Mentees – Si tu es prête à apprendre, grandir et amener ta carrière vers de nouveaux sommets, ce programme est fait pour toi ! Il est temps de te connecter avec quelqu'un qui peut te guider à travers les défis et les opportunités à venir. ?? Assure-toi de bien vérifier ta demande ! L'attention aux détails dans ta candidature garantira la meilleure correspondance entre mentores et mentees, assurant ainsi un ajustement adéquat pour toi. ?? Lorsque tu postules, veille à vérifier ta bo?te de réception ! Parfois, nos messages peuvent se retrouver dans le dossier spam, alors assure-toi de le vérifier si tu ne vois pas l'email de confirmation immédiatement. Clique sur le lien ci-dessous pour postuler et commencer ton voyage de croissance, d'autonomisation et de connexion.?? ?? https://lnkd.in/gzmBQ8zj Ensemble, nous créons un avenir où le savoir se partage, la croissance se célèbre et les femmes mènent dans les secteurs WASH. ?? Community of Women in Water, Skat Foundation, World Vision, World Vision USA #WomenInWASH #WASH #MentorshipMatters #Mentorship #Leadership #Empowerment #WomenSupportingWomen #MentorsAndMentees #NearPeerMentoring

?? Real Talk: Why do professionals choose to mentor? Meet Ewurabena Yanyi-Akofur, a dedicated mentor from Ghana who shares her journey of joining the Women in WASH Mentorship Program. In this short video, Ewurabena reflects on what inspired her to give back, the impact of the program, and why she encourages others to get involved. ?? Watch here: https://lnkd.in/g6w_PagD ?? If you're considering becoming a mentor, this is your sign! Join a global network of professionals working together to uplift, guide, and inspire women in the WASH sector. Applications are now open! https://lnkd.in/gvcaxv8g Ilham Ku-nwa Hamid: anything to add about your amazing mentor? #Mentorship #WomenInWASH #Leadership #MentorsMatter #WASH