On 19 May 2026, the international water sector will come together at Waterproof 2026. This interactive event by Partners for Water focuses entirely on collaboration, innovation and impact in the lead-up to the UN Water Conference 2026.
Do you work on water, climate or innovation? Then this is the moment to contribute your ideas and get involved.
Waterproof 2026 is an international gathering where around 400 professionals from the water sector come together to develop solutions for urgent water and climate challenges.
The event is part of the lead-up to the UN Water Conference 2026. The insights and ideas generated here will be taken directly to the global stage.
Partners for Water is organising this event and has been connecting governments, businesses, knowledge institutions and NGOs for over 25 years to improve water security worldwide.
What to expect?
No long presentations, but an active day in which you actively contribute:
- Interactive round-table sessions
- Collaboration with international water professionals
- New insights into climate adaptation and water security
- The opportunity to provide concrete input for the international water agenda
Who is this for?
This event is relevant if you work within:
- Government and policy
- Businesses and finance
- Knowledge institutions
- NGOs and civil society organisations
- Or if you are a student with an interest in water and climate.
In short: do you work on water, innovation or climate? Then you won’t want to miss this.
Programme (highlights)
- 09:00 – Arrival
- 10:00 – Plenary programme
- 11:00 – Workshop: Water for Climate Action
- 13:15 – Workshop: Enabling Environment
- 14:45 – Workshop: Water Security Innovations
- 16:15 – Networking drinks
Why take part?
By participating, you will:
- Expand your network
- Actively contribute to solutions
- Gain new insights from other disciplines
- Provide input for the UN Water Conference 2026
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