Kiwa Initiative at World Water Week: Protecting Watersheds for Health and Climate Resilience
13 August 2025
On 26 August 2025, the Kiwa WISH + team will host a session at World Water Week 25 dedicated to integrated watershed management for public health and climate resilience.
Climate change, extreme weather events, and ecosystem degradation are increasing the risk of waterborne diseases, especially in vulnerable areas. This session will showcase how healthy watersheds can reduce these risks, improve water quality, and provide co-benefits for communities and biodiversity.
Highlights include:
- Real-life examples from Pacific islands
- Decision-making tools to map risks and target action
- Innovative financing mechanisms for sustainable nature-based solutions
- Interactive roundtable with experts in health, water, environment, and climate
- Date: Tuesday 26 August 2025
- Time: 9am (Stockholm) / 7pm (Suva) / 5pm (Melbourne, Port Moresby) / 2pm (Bangkok, Jakarta)
- Free registration for online session: World Water Week 2025: Water for Climate Action
