Join us for an insightful discussion on “Water Security: Innovative Strategies for Financing, Policy, and Governance”! This engaging webinar, moderated by Dr. Dalal Aassouli from Hamad Bin Khalifa University, will gather a diverse panel of experts to tackle critical issues surrounding water security, which is increasingly crucial for food security and sustainable development.
Date: 8 September 2024
Time: 7:00 A.M GMT (12:00 P.M Astana Time)
Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpc-msrj4rHdJDgXw47c0K1mVwDLdpr3hw
Speakers:
- Maheen Malik - Water & Climate Policy Coordinator, Alliance for Water Stewardship
- Professor Dr. Ali Fares - Endowed Professor of Water Security and Water-Energy-Food Nexus, College of Agriculture & Human Sciences, Prairie View A&M University
- Raha Hakimdavar – Senior Advisor to the Deans of GU-Q and Earth Commons, Georgetown University, Founder and CEO of Zyon Space
- Bapon Fakhruddin – Water Sector Lead at Green Climate Fund
- Katrina Donaghy – Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Civic Ledger
What to Expect:
- Expert Panel: Hear from leading voices across sectors, including tech, finance, multilateral organizations, and academic institutions.
- Tech Innovations: Discover how advancements, such as blockchain, are revolutionizing water management and governance.
- Finance Insights: Learn about cutting-edge financing mechanisms supporting sustainable water projects.
- Global Perspectives: Gain valuable insights into international collaboration and resource mobilization to tackle water security challenges.
- Policy and Governance: Explore effective policy-making strategies and governance approaches for managing water resources.
A special focus will be on the water-food-energy nexus, emphasizing the need for integrated management to optimize resource use and ensure sustainability. This is especially relevant for the OIC region, where varying levels of water availability and challenges like rapid growth and climate change impact both food security and socio-economic development.
