Knowledge, Research & CooperationKnowledge, Research & Cooperation
Through research, knowledge generation, and international cooperation on global water security issues, we advance innovative solutions in water and gender, as well as urban water management, contributing to sustainable water management worldwide.
Building Water Security through Knowledge and Cooperation
We advance research, knowledge sharing, international cooperation, and capacity-building initiatives to strengthen global water security and promote sustainable water management.
UNESCO UWMP Technical Secretariat
This project operates the global secretariat of the UNESCO Urban Water Management Programme (UWMP) and advances international dialogue on urban water security. It supports the development of standards, knowledge platforms, and partnerships to strengthen climate-resilient urban water management worldwide.
Global Water Security Issue Series
This project produces and disseminates specialized publications that explore emerging global water security issues, best practices, and policy directions. It contributes to advancing knowledge sharing and strengthening international cooperation in the field of water security.
Water and Gender
This project promotes gender equality in the water sector and strengthens collaboration among youth and professionals across the Asia-Pacific region. Through capacity-building programs and networking activities, it fosters inclusive and sustainable approaches to water management.
WWDR Korean
This project provides accessible Korean summaries of the United Nations World Water Development Report (WWDR) to enhance understanding of global water issues. It helps raise awareness of emerging water security challenges and international policy trends among domestic stakeholders.
Lao PDR Office-Based Water Challenge Response Project
This project supports sustainable water management in Lao PDR by providing tailored training programs and technical advisory services. Through field-oriented collaboration, it seeks to address local water challenges and promote scalable water security cooperation models across Asia.
Key Research Activities
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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