Launch of the IFRC-WPS Strategic Partnership on Water and Peace

Water insecurity is increasing worldwide, and so is the recognition of its role as a multiplier of threats for instability and conflict. The contribution of sustainable water management to collaboration, sustainable development, and peace is often less emphasized, but it is instrumental in designing interventions.

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the Water, Peace and Security (WPS) partnership are joining forces to reduce the global risk of water-induced conflict and support more sustainable water management practices.

During the launch event, the IFRC and WPS will provide details of their upcoming collaboration in the MENA region that underpins their commitment to collaborate on the water-peace nexus and close the gap between early warning and early action.

Speakers:

• Maria Pinzon (IFRC, Global Lead Water)
• Laura Birkman (WPS Management Team Member and Head Climate and Security Programme at The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies).