Interactive Working Session: Water Security, Gender Equality, and Youth Inclusion for a Sustainable Future in the Arab World
The CIHEAM and the Arab Water Council are pleased to announce an interactive working session as part of the Mediterranean Youth in Action event. This engaging online session, titled “Water Security, Gender Equality, and Youth Inclusion for a Sustainable Future in the Arab World,” will focus on addressing pressing challenges related to water scarcity, climate change, and inclusivity in the Arab region.
The session aims to identify key issues, brainstorm innovative solutions, and develop actionable plans to tackle these challenges.
With an emphasis on empowering youth and women, the event will explore opportunities for sustainable water management through data-driven strategies, technological innovation, and community mobilization.
Key Highlights of the Session:
- Problem Identification: Discuss the critical issues of water scarcity, lack of gender-disaggregated data, underrepresentation of youth and women, and barriers to technological adoption.
- Solution Brainstorming: Propose youth-led, innovative solutions including capacity-building initiatives, gender-sensitive data integration, and support for social entrepreneurship.
- Action Planning: Develop an actionable roadmap involving partnerships with policymakers, financial institutions, technology innovators, and civil society.
Speakers and Panelists:
- Amel Azab (Arab Water Council)
- Manal Benani (Africa Europe Foundation)
- Doha Zamel (UfM)
- Bilal Derardja (CIHEAM Bari)
- Aymen Sawassi (CIHEAM Bari)
- Manel Hedhli (CIHEAM Chania)
- Luca Tancredi ( SCPS)
Date: 18 November 2024
Time: 15:50 – 16:50 (BAKU TIME)
