Sanitation and Water for All - a UNICEF-hosted global partnership

Recognizing and upholding human rights to water and sanitation, even during wars and natural disasters, is essential for transforming water from a source of instability into a pillar of peace. In early March, SWA’s Head of Policy, Accountability and Results Anjani Kapoor spoke at the International Symposium on Water and Disaster for Cooperation and Partnerships in Tokyo, Japan. The symposium focused on cooperation among nations as well as principles of peace that address pre-disaster, disaster, and post-disaster scenarios. The group also discussed implementation strategies for “The Spirit of Bandung: A Call to Action”—a pivotal outcome document from the Bandung Spirit Water Summit at the 10th World Water Forum and its potential alignment with the 2026 United Nations Water Conference.

From deadly landslides in Ecuador to unprecedented flooding in Botswana, water-related disasters are on the rise. The need for effective adaptation strategies has never been more urgent. At today’s workshop on the #GlobalGoalonAdaptation, SWA, Alliance for Global Water Adaptation (AGWA) and WaterAid along with other experts, will discuss vital metrics to protect communities and ecosystems. Below is why it matters ?? #UNFCCC #COP30

Glaciers are essential freshwater sources for billions of people. They're also melting faster than ever. As the planet gets hotter due to climate change, our frozen world is shrinking, making the water cycle more unpredictable and extreme. In turn, communities face increasing water scarcity and a lack of access to safe, sufficient, and reliable water - which is a fundamental human right. The right to sanitation is equally at risk. Changing water flows from glacial melt contribute to floods, droughts, and landslides, damaging sanitation infrastructure and contaminating water supplies. Without sustainable management, waterborne diseases spread more rapidly, exacerbating public health crises and disproportionately affecting marginalized communities. Again, it is the most vulnerable who will bear the greatest burden, deepening global inequalities. Learn more about why glaciers are vital to the water & sanitation cycle: www.worldwaterday.org #WorldWaterDay?

This week, SWA is participating in meetings with the United Nations Least Developed Countries Expert Group (LEG) to review updated National Adaptation Plan Technical Guidelines. Read more from SWA's Senior Climate Advisor JOSE GESTI on why this is so important right now. Curious about LEG's work? You can read more here: https://unfccc.int/LEG https://lnkd.in/gkqmDS-u

Water and Sanitation is a Woman’s Business. ? From securing the human rights to water and sanitation at the United Nations to making it a G20 priority, women are shaping the future of water governance. ? ?? Catarina de Albuquerque was the first UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights to clean water and sanitation ?? Celeste Cristina Machado Badaró played a key role in the G20’s first-ever Call to Action on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene ?? Retno L.P. Marsudi is the first UN Special Envoy on Water, bringing water to the top of the global agenda. ? This #IWD2025, we celebrate their leadership and push for continued action. Because breaking barriers is just the first step—turning commitments into change is what matters most.? ? Who are the women driving change in the water and sanitation sector that inspire you? Tag them below! #InternationalWomensDay

Water, sanitation and hygiene are key solutions to the world’s toughest challenges. They lead to healthier populations, a stronger workforce, peace, and communities prepared for the impacts of climate change. For fifteen years, we have been harnessing our collective potential and championing the human rights to water and sanitation alongside our more than 450 partners across the globe.

We're hiring a Civil Society Organizations (CSO) Engagement Coodinator ???https://lnkd.in/dx38VFCZ Hosted by WaterAid, our new colleague will work with SWA coordinating the advocacy support provided to our CSO partners at national, regional and global level and the general communications provided to CSOs to engage effectively with our partnership. This is a great opportunity to contribute to increasing political prioritization for water, sanitation, and hygiene, build and strengthen multistakeholder platforms, improve systems, and increase investments in the sector. ???Contract type:?Permanent, Full time, 35 hours per week ???Location:?London, UK ???UK Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office at Canary Wharf, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. ???Salary:?￡43,668 -￡45,851 per year with excellent benefits ???Holidays: 36 days Applications will close at?12:00pm UK Time?on Friday 21 March. Interview shall start w/c 7 April 2025.

At SWA we've always known that "accountability" isn't just a buzzword. It’s the backbone of progress and, with the proper mechanism in place, it can turn lofty promises into meaningful action. Our Mutual Accountability Mechanism (MAM) has been a game-changer since 2018. With 498 commitments tabled by stakeholders from 61 countries, and 46% out of 295 progress reports fully or nearly fully achieved, numbers show that we're closer to realizing the human right to water and sanitation.

The clock is counting down to COP30 in Brazil. With many key policy milestones happening this year, understanding how climate policy intersects with water and sanitation is critical. Join SWA's upcoming webinar on 11 February ?? Countdown to COP30: Prioritizing Water and Sanitation in Climate Action. We'll be sharing: ? Insights from climate negotiators, government leaders, and civil society experts ? Key takeaways from #COP29 which will impact 2025 ? The definition of climate-resilient #WASH ? Ways you can influence your country’s climate policies Registrations are open. Choose your session: Session 1 at 10am CET (English & French): tinyurl.com/COP30Webinar1 Session 2 at 4pm CET (English, Spanish & Portuguese): tinyurl.com/COP30Webinar2 #COP30 #COP30Amazonia #Belém2025 #CCOP30 #UNFCCC #RoadtoCOP30 #COP30Belem

In 2024, water disasters claimed at least 8,700 lives, displaced 40 million people, and caused over $550 billion in economic losses. Experts predict 2025 may only get worse. ? When it comes to climate policy, global leaders often advance one priority at the expense of others. But development goals are intertwined, and climate policy without water is incomplete policy. ? Our 1st?issue of the "Standpoints on WASH" Newsletter focuses on the importance of prioritizing water and sanitation in climate action. You can also sign up for the webinar discussion coming in February.???