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Celebration of the Tenth Anniversary of the Water for the World Act at Major WASH Event on Capitol Hill
March 21, 2024, Washington, DC – Nearly 200 representatives of government, industry, NGOs, and research institutions in the water, sanitation, and hygiene sector joined together on Capitol Hill to celebrate 10 years of the Sen. Paul Simon Water for the World Act. The Millennium Water Alliance, the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO,…
Read MoreLearning to Action: MWA’s ‘Liquid Assets’ Event Explores Carbon Financing in Water Security
On March 20, 2024, “Liquid Assets: Carbon Credits in Water Conservation, Access, and Security” webinar, presented by the Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) in partnership with the University of Colorado Boulder (UCB) and WaterAid, highlighted the intersection of carbon finance and water security, marking a significant step forward in the sustainable management and conservation of global…
Read MoreCongress Approves USAID WASH Funding for Remaining 6 Months of FY 24′, 5% Below FY 23′
Down to the Wire Again, Congress Passes Final FY 24 Appropriations Bills with 5.6% Cut for State and Foreign Operations; Bill Includes $451 Million for WASH, Only the Second Time in 15 Years a Topline Reduction was Legislated for USAID Water for Poor Programs.
Read MoreLessons From Practice: WASH in Schools Ethiopia (WISE) Project in Dera, Amhara Region
Executive Summary The water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in Schools in Ethiopia (WISE) initiative, funded by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation and implemented by the Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) in partnership with Splash and FH Ethiopia, targets the enhancement of WASH facilities in rural schools in Dera Woreda. This project seeks to create a conducive…
Read MoreMillennium Water Alliance Awarded New USAID STAWI Program in Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya, January 10, 2024 – Advancing the goal of practical and scaled localization in the WASH sector, the Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) is excited to announce its award of the Sustainable Transformational and Accessible Water Interventions (STAWI) program funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).The five-year initiative, called STAWI Mashinani (“at the…
Read MorePioneering Sustainable Water Solutions with Carbon Credit Financing in Drought-Stricken Northern Kenya (DRIP-FUNDI)
Climate change driven drought and challenges in maintaining emergency groundwater supplies have led to millions of people living in the arid regions of Kenya lacking safe, reliable and affordable water throughout the year. Typically, responses to drought have been reactive. Kenyan government support and international emergency assistance are dispatched once the emergency happens in a…
Read MoreMWA Board Welcomes Eastern Congo Initiative as Newest Member of Alliance
November 30, 2023, Washington, DC – The Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the addition of the Eastern Congo Initiative as the 20th member of the Alliance. MWA members must meet a set of criteria and be approved by the Board for membership. The Eastern Congo Initiative (ECI) has been…
Read MoreFostering Collaboration and Advancing Knowledge at the UNC Water and Health Conference 2023
A Showcase of Millennium Water Alliance Members’ Contributions The annual UNC Water and Health Conference is a cornerstone event for the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, bringing together the best minds, seasoned practitioners, and ardent advocates to share insights, discuss challenges, and propose solutions for global water and sanitation issues. This year, the Millennium…
Read MoreMWA Members Mobilize to Aid Earthquake Victims in Morocco
WASHINGTON, DC – In light of the tragic earthquake that struck Morocco on September 8, 2023, the Millennium Water Alliance (MWA) extends its deepest sympathies and solidarity to all those affected by this catastrophe. We wish to acknowledge the dedicated efforts of our member organizations, CARE, Water Mission, and CAWST, who are actively involved in…
Read MoreUsing WPdx for Decision-Making in Water Point Implementation in Ethiopia
Contributed by Selamawit Tiruneh, Mussie Tezazu, and Tamene Chaka with the Millennium Water Alliance The Water Point Data Exchange (WPdx) platform offers a range of decision support tools that empower users to make informed decisions regarding water point implementation. These tools provide valuable insights and recommendations based on water point data available on the WPdx…
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