To fulfil the present and future needs of the water and wastewater industries requires the continuous development of a workforce which is both adequate in size, capable in skills and strong in leadership. Young water professionals (students and professionals in the water sector and under the age of 35) are the future of the water sector, and therefore the future of the International Water Association (IWA).
Connecting People in order to provide opportunities for YWPs to meet and communicate. You will find information about conferences, forums and news that will help you to keep you connected with your community.
Career Development opportunities for young water professionals through the organisation of workshops and online initiatives. You will find information about initiatives that will help you to develop as a water professional.
Sector Support to help employers with the recruitment and retention of YWPs. You will find information about initiatives to raise the awareness of employers in the water sector.
Programme Development to ensure that the YWP programme remains relevant to your needs. You will find information about the YWP programme and the its members.
Engagement of young water professionals in IWA programmes and other water related initiatives
The official sponsors of the IWA Young Water Professionals Programme are:
