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Collaboratively creating an inclusive water and sanitation sector.

7 March 2023 Water Women's Day - Stronger together


Join the Sanitation sector! – WOMEN only. Register here.

Time: 8:00-9:00 UTC / 9:00 – 10:00 CET
Engage with women working in the sanitation sector in a safe space to learn about the importance of sanitation and how to build a career in the sector. There will be three speakers representing Africa, Asia and Europe

Stronger Together: Peer Mentoring [English] – WOMEN only. Register here.

Time: 10:00-11:00 UTC / 11:00 – 12:00 CET
Facing a difficult situation at work? Struggling to find a work/life balance? Join the peer mentoring session to give and receive advice from other women in the water and sanitation sector and build your network. The session will be led by Community of Women in Water and Women in Water & Sanitation Network.

Stronger Together 2023 – Women’s Networks Updates – WOMEN only. Register here.

Time: 13:00-14:00 UTC / 14:00 – 15:00 CET
Share your news and plans for the year ahead with the other women’s networks and let’s identify opportunities for collaboration to unite our voices. Non-members are more than welcome to join to learn about the networks.
Members include Africa Water Association, African Women Sanitation Professional network, Community of Women in Water, Women for Water Partnership, Women in Water and Sanitation Network, Women in Water Diplomacy.

Employers: Recruit and Retain Female Water Professionals – open for ALL. Register here.

Time: 15:00-16:00 UTC / 16:00 – 17:00 CET
Are you an employer? Do you want to improve gender equality in your workplace? Join the discussion to learn how we can close the gender gap. There will be a panel of gender specialists and employers describing the current situation and sharing best practices.
Speakers include Leticia Ackun from Africa Water Association, Juliet Willetts and Avni Kumar from Institute for Sustainable Futures, and Josh Newton from Josh’s Water Jobs.

Stronger Together: Peer Mentoring [Spanish] – WOMEN only. Regístrese aquí.

Time: 18:00 – 19:00 CET (9:00 – 10:00 CST)
¿Te enfrentas a una situación difícil en el trabajo? ¿Te cuesta conciliar la vida laboral y personal? Únete a la sesión de mentoría entre pares para dar y recibir consejos de otras mujeres en el sector del agua y saneamiento y crear tu red de contactos.


LATEST EVENT

WWSN online workshop
Join us for an engaging session from our online series: "Pitch Yourself in 2 Minutes!"
In this interactive online workshop, we’ll explore the art of crafting a powerful, concise introduction for different professional settings—using a "speed dating" approach to networking. It’s a valuable tool to break old habits, boost confidence, and connect with like-minded women in the sector.

This is your chance to practice in a safe space, gain inspiration, and expand your network—all while having fun! Don't miss the opportunity to refine your pitch and meet amazing colleagues.

📅 Date: 12 February 2025
🕑 14:00h CET (2pm)
💻 Format: Online
🙂 WWSN members + friends, women only
✏️ Register here

Let’s lift each other up! Let's meet and get inspired! See you there! 🙌

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