Naomi Carrard

Naomi is a leading water sector researcher advancing inclusive, climate-resilient water security and sanitation across the Asia-Pacific. With 20 years of experience and a PhD in sustainability transformations, she bridges theory and practice through collaborative research partnerships and knowledge co-production with regional organisations. 

Her expertise spans circular economy approaches, gender-water nexus, inclusive financing, local governance, and human rights in the water sector. Qualified in Environmental Law and Geography, she specialises in transdisciplinary approaches that co-produce knowledge and connect water initiatives with broader sustainability goals.