Capacity Strengthening

Investments in strengthening capacity are essential to long-term sustainable water management. Through inclusive and diverse capacity development initiatives such as peer-to-peer partnerships, young professionals programs, exchanges, training initiatives, workshops, and institutional strengthening; Australia and Indo-Pacific Partners are equipping and empowering individuals and organisations for sustainable water management well into the future.
Photo credit: Interaction with the members of the Keyatpur Water Users Association. Credit Tanmoy Bhaduri/IWMI
Briefs and Summaries
Capacity Strengthening

Partner Assessment Executive Summary

Executive Summary for the Partner Assessment conducted for AWP Phase 3 in 2025. Outlines the objectives raised, the lines of questioning in seeking feedback as well as the summated responses across the AWP network of Partners.
Case Studies
Capacity Strengthening

Technical Support to Improve Reservoir Water Quality Management in Thailand

As part of the ongoing water collaboration between Thailand’s Royal Irrigation Department (RID) and Australia through the Australian Water Partnership, Australia and Thailand have undertaken experience sharing and knowledge exchange to support reservoir water quality management in Thailand.
Case Studies
Capacity Strengthening

District Wide Water Resources Management in Cambodia

In this case study, read how local partners, led by WaterAid, worked with the existing district water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) working group and key stakeholders to develop an inclusive water resource management plan, and hold capacity building, training and progress reflection workshops.
Case Studies
Capacity Strengthening

Building the Enabling Environment for Inclusive, Climate Resilient Wash and Water Resource Management in Papua New Guinea

The Australian Water Partnership has supported the strengthening of climate and water resource management data in the Papua New Guinea (PNG) national water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) monitoring system
Case Studies
Capacity Strengthening

Water and Food Security in the Pacific

AWP commissioned this research to explore opportunities for designing interventions concerning water and food security in an integrative way across the diversity of policy and socio-ecological contexts of the Pacific Islands region.
December 2, 2024

The critical role of water stewardship in Vietnam’s future 

June 24, 2024

MARVI: A promising participatory framework for sustainable groundwater management in Southeast Asia

May 14, 2024

Exploring water-energy integration options for the Mekong

March 4, 2024

Capacity building in action supporting water resources management in Indonesia

March 1, 2024

Where do the fish go in an era of hydropower development in the Lower Mekong Basin?

October 31, 2023

Measuring the impacts of irrigation investments in West Bengal

AWP Partners Workshop 2026

May 29, 2026
The 2026 Partners Workshop will bring together partners from across the water sector and the region, to share experiences, perspectives and goals for the roles we all play in water resource management, climate action and response for the good of people everywhere.   

Second International Day for Water Justice

January 28, 2026
This event was the first global effort dedicated to addressing issues of justice in water access, use, and governance. It brought together representatives from Indigenous communities in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, India, Kenya, and Mexico, fostering intercultural dialogue, knowledge exchange, and visibility for local struggles, particularly those of Indigenous, rural, and marginalised communities.

Pacific Water and Wastewater Forum & Expo

August 30, 2025
The Pacific Water and Wastewater Association (PWWA) Annual Conference and Expo brings together Ministers, utility leaders, water professionals, industry experts, and development partners to address water and wastewater challenges across the Pacific.

Ozwater’25

May 23, 2025
Ozwater, Australia’s premier water event, returns this year to showcase, discuss and support global initiatives for a sustainable water future. 

SIWI World Water Week 2025

August 24, 2025
Organised by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), World Water Week offers a leading platform for water experts from research, industry, government and civil society to gather, exchange knowledge and share experiences for advancing the role of water in climate resilience.
Water and climate, building resilient communities. 13th to 17th October, 2024

Cairo Water Week 2024

October 13, 2024
Cairo Water Week is one of the leading water events in the Middle East, providing an international forum to explore and develop solutions for pressing water issues.

Vietnam Water Week 2024

November 6, 2024
Organised by the Vietnam Water Supply and Sewerage Association, Vietnam Water Week 2024 will bring together government representatives, international organisations, experts, and business leaders to address pressing water issues.

Korea International Water Week 2024

November 13, 2024
The Korea International Water Week, held annually, gathers diverse water stakeholders to design actionable water solutions.
International soil and water forum 2024

International Soil and Water Forum

December 9, 2024
Co-organised by Food and Agricultural Organization of United Nations (FAO) and Royal Thai Government, the International Soil and Water Forum marks the world’s first high-level framework to stop and reverse soil degradation and water scarcity, essential for ensuring future food and water security.
6th Arab Water Forum

Arab Water Forum 2024

September 16, 2024
The 6th Arab Water Forum featuring exhibition, discussions and leadership roundtable seeks to promote cross-sectoral collaboration and strategic partnerships to tackle the rising climate risks and water challenges in the Arab region.
8th India water week 2024

India Water Week 2024

September 17, 2024
Organised by Indian Ministry of Jal Shakti, the 8th India Water Week 2024 will bring together over 5000 delegates including global experts, politicians, key decision makers, researchers, and water stakeholders.

Pacific Water and Wastewater Conference & Expo

September 2, 2024
The Pacific Water and Wastewater Association Annual Conference and Expo provides an opportunity for water industry representatives, stakeholders, and government representatives to get together and address water resilience for the region.

3rd Asia International Water Week (AIWW)

September 28, 2024
Asia International Water Week will take place in Beijing, China from 24 – 28 September with the theme of ‘Enhancing Our Future Water Security’. The event will gather water experts and stakeholders to address the growing threats to water security by identifying the most pressing water challenges in Asia and co-developing solutions to tackle them.

SIWI World Water Week 2024

August 29, 2024
World Water Week (WWW) 2024 will take place from 25-29 August in Stockholm, Sweden. This year’s theme ‘Bridging borders: Water for a Peaceful and Sustainable Future’ urges participants to recognise the interconnectedness of communities and nations in collectively tackling the diverse climate challenges, with a special focus on the pivotal role of water in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.

Asian Women and Rivers Congress

June 4, 2024
The Women and Rivers Congress is a global network led by women leaders, International Rivers, Oxfam, and other partners to celebrate the fundamental role women play in defending and stewarding freshwater resources, as well as to spur collective action to challenge the deep-rooted, gender inequities that women face in safeguarding rivers and river ecosystems.

Vietnam Water Week

September 28, 2023
Vietnam Water Week will host a water industry Conference and Exhibition, providing a platform to share and exchange technology, products and services in the field of water supply and drainage.

Ozwater’24

April 30, 2024
Hosted by Australian Water Association, the annual three-day event features a strong line-up of international and national keynote speakers, scientific and technical papers, case studies, workshops, panel sessions and poster presentations.