Thursday, November 7th, Wetskills and World Waternet officially teamed up in a partnership that will expand opportunities for young professionals to tackle water issues worldwide. Through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the two organizations will combine their expertise to advance water management solutions and train the next generation of water experts.
Expanding Impact through the Wetskills Model
This collaboration highlights Wetskills’ unique approach to problem-solving, where young professionals work together to address real-world water challenges. Combined with World Waternet’s expertise in the field of water management, it allows for the empowering of local water organisations world wide.
“Working with World Waternet presents an invaluable opportunity for Wetskills to organise events together and stimulate innovations and follow-up in certain focus areas worldwide. Also young professional worldwide can brainstorm to come-up with new ideas and concepts for urgent and real-life water challenges. This MoU will boost the cooperation to amplify our impact and reach more young professionals worldwide,” stated Johan Oost, Executive Director of Wetskills Foundation. “Our joint efforts will empower youth and support innovation in water management, driving progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.”
A Focus on Sustainable Solutions and Knowledge Exchange
The partnership will host Wetskills water challenges, workshops, and mentorship programs, bringing together participants from around the world to share knowledge and ideas.
With this partnership, Wetskills and World Waternet aim to create lasting, sustainable change in water management and empower youth to develop solutions for future generations.