Water is Life 2020

The Water is Life biennial conference is designed to nurture future young leaders for the effective stewardship of water resources through international cooperation, in line with resolution 65/154 adopted by the UN General Assembly during the International Year of Water Cooperation, 2013.

Conference	Water is Life
Dates	Unconference via website June - December 2020
Host School	Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School Bradenton, Florida, USA
Participation	By invitation from Water is Life Association
Student Age	16-19 years old

Conference Focus

In a world characterized by climate change and increased global inter-connectedness, the local and global challenges in water management are increasingly complex. We need to prepare for the future by developing in our youth the knowledge and leadership necessary to manage and overcome these challenges. This conference aims to bring bright young students from different countries together in a meeting of hearts and minds. It seeks to plant the seeds of friendship and dialogue, instill awareness on the issues of water management and develop scientific, diplomatic and leadership skills in young participants.

Objectives

To create deeper awareness and instill a sense of urgency regarding water security and sustainability issues through keynote addresses, dialogue sessions and student presentations on water management strategies and challenges in their countries.

To facilitate the development and sharing of scientific innovation in water technologies and water ecology through a scientific symposium.

To develop friendship and collaborative networks for future exchange and research on water technologies through cultural exchange and workshops.

To develop leadership and diplomatic skills in participants through facilitation sessions that incorporate dynamic workshops and activities aimed at developing organizational skills, the ability to lead and to work as part of a team.