About IWA
Our goals and our governance
IWA’s ambitions for the coming years are set out in its Strategic Plan, while its activities and working are underpinned by its governance structure and key policy documents.
Our Vision
A world in which water is wisely, sustainably and equitably managed.
Our Mission
To grow and empower a member network of water and allied professionals, channelling the network’s energy and insights to: develop and disseminate knowledge and good practices; drive innovation, build capacity, and nurture leadership; and support action by the global community on the SDGs and climate change and preparations for the post-2030 agenda.
What drives our work
Our Strategic Objectives – IWA in five years’ time
Objective 1
Driving Change: Uniting Voices for Water Sustainability
Sustain a vibrant, diverse membership across IWA’s spectrum of water interests, promoting connectivity, inclusivity, impact, influence, professional growth, and shared success within the global water community
Objective 2
Elevating Water Wisdom: Leading the Charge for Sustainability
Solidify our role as a trusted authority and global hub for water knowledge, adeptly addressing and raising awareness on core water supply and sanitation needs, of wider emerging trends and issues, and championing sustainable outcomes worldwide through pioneering thought leadership and impactful programmes.
Objective 3
Empowering Solutions: Tailored Content for the Global Water Sector
Have diligently curated and delivered an expansive spectrum of professional content and programming, bolstered by empowering our members, and precisely tailored to meet the evolving demands of the water sector around the world.
Objective 4
Global Collaboration for Water Innovation and Leadership Development
Leverage the participation of global leaders in research and practice in its network to drive water sector innovation, advancing governance and partnerships to achieve this, while at the same time supporting strengthening of sector capacity and leadership to facilitate tangible progress.
Objective 5
Navigating the World’s Water Challenges: Leading Advocacy and Collaboration
We will strengthen our position as a leading advocate for water within global communities, prioritising informed action on the Sustainable Development Goals and climate change, while also preparing for the post-2030 agenda, by fostering a secure environment for sharing water management knowledge and celebrating impactful collaborations.
Read the IWA Strategic Plan 2025-2030
Discover how IWA will shape the future of water through innovation, leadership, and impactful programmes driving global change.
Governance
About the International Water Association
The International Water Association is registered in England as a charity (No. 1076690) and a company limited by guarantee (No. 3597005).
IWA’s Governing Assembly is held annually and is the standing committee of its Governing Members. The Governing Assembly determines the Association’s broad objectives, elects its Officers and advises the Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors is composed of Officers (President, Senior Vice President, and Vice President), Other Officeholders, and the Executive Director. It manages the business and sets the strategic direction of the Association in accordance with the Articles.
Other key bodies include: the Finance and Investment Committee, which reviews and advises the Board on matters relating to financial management, investment and remuneration; the Governance and Nominations Committee, which reviews and advises the Board on matters relating to the governance of the Association and nominations (including awards and committee membership); and the Membership & Engagement Committee, which reviews and advises the Board on matters relating to membership and the Association’s engagement with its stakeholders.
Policies and Procedures
The Policies and Procedures of the Association are listed here but do not form part of the Bylaws. The dates refer to the last revision of the document.
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