Research ProjectResearch Exellence
Beyond publishing research reports and undertaking international cooperation projects for enhancing water security, we are also developing into an implementation hub for the water and gender agenda while undertaking research initiatives on sustainable water management.
Water Security Research Programmes
The following research projects are conducted to improve global water security and disseminate knowledge.
Global Water Security Issue Series
Through the publication of the 'Global Water Security Issue Series', a UNESCO certified publication, we foster thematic discourse on water security and disseminate knowledge.
WWDR Korean Executive Summary
i-WSSM promotes the sharing of the global water agenda through the publication of the official Korean summary of the World Water Development Report (WWDR) published by UN-Water.
Urban Water Management
Operating of the Urban Water Management Programme's Technical Secretariat to address urban water issues caused by rapid urbanization and climate change.
Water and Gender
Conducting Water and Gender Research and Asia-Pacific Early Career Network (WAGLE YP) to promote gender equality in the water sector.
Major Projects
Research on Enhancing International Cooperation in the Water Sector (II)
analyzing the growing demand for intergovernmental cooperation in water management in response to global water agendas such as SDG 6 and the climate crisis.
Research for Promoting Water Industry Expansion in Transboundary River Basin Countries
Analysis of external water technology demand and prospects for the domestic water industry centered on shared rivers, advancement of the domestic water industry, and strengthening of international cooperation.
Study on Raising Awareness on Gender Equality in Water sector in the Asia and Pacific
To derive methods for enhancing awareness of gender equality in the water sector
Policy Consulting and Capacity Building Program for the Revision of Water Resources Law for Vietnam
Consulting on Policy Support for the Revision of Vietnam's Water Resources Law and Training Program for Mid- to Senior-Level Officials in Vietnam's Water Resources Sector
Capacity Building Programme on Hydrological Survey and Data Management in Cambodi
Enhancing water management response capacity by analyzing Cambodia's hydrological survey policies and technical standards and proposing localized technologies and policies tailored to the country's specific needs.
Global Research Collaboration
i-WSSM collaborates with research institutions both domestically and internationally to create synergy in water-related research and contributes to solving global water problems through knowledge sharing and collaborative research.
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