Registrations are now open for the Introduction to the 2026 UN Water Conference and the Global Youth Movement for Water, the first webinar in an eight-part online capacity development programme designed to prepare young people for meaningful participation in the 2026 United Nations Water Conference.

The free virtual session will introduce participants to the Conference's objectives, its six Interactive Dialogues, and the many opportunities available for youth to engage in global discussions on water, sanitation, and sustainable development. It also marks the beginning of a learning journey that connects young people with experts, policymakers, and fellow youth leaders from around the world.

About the Programme

The Global Youth Movement for Water (GYMW) Capacity Development Series is an international initiative that equips young people with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional networks needed to contribute to global water governance and the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6).

The introductory webinar serves as the foundation for the remaining sessions, helping participants understand how they can actively engage before, during, and after the 2026 UN Water Conference.

What Participants Will Learn

During the webinar, participants will:

• Gain an overview of the 2026 UN Water Conference and its objectives.
• Explore the six Interactive Dialogues that will shape Conference outcomes.
• Learn about opportunities for meaningful youth engagement throughout the Conference process.
• Discover the role of the Global Youth Movement for Water and its international partners.
• Understand how to contribute to the collective Youth Position Statement.
• Connect with global experts, policymakers, researchers, and fellow youth advocates.

Programme Details

• Format: Online
• Language: English
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Date: 29 July 2026
• Time: 12:00 BST (GMT+1)
• Participation Fee: Free (registration required)

Partners

The Capacity Development Series is delivered through a collaboration of international partners, including ISW, UNESCO, the International Water Association (IWA), Water Youth Network, AJPEAS, AFR'EAU, and Wavemakers United.

Why Apply?

The 2026 United Nations Water Conference represents an important opportunity for young people to help shape global action on water security, sanitation, and sustainable development. Through this webinar and the wider Capacity Development Series, participants will gain the knowledge, networks, and confidence to engage in international policy discussions and contribute to solutions that advance sustainable water management worldwide.

Scroll down for more details and click on the official link attached below to apply.