I had the honour of representing the UNCCD Community of Learning and Practice (CLPs) at the 19th World Water Congress, organized by the International Water Resources Association (IWRA) and held in Morocco from 1β5 December 2025.
On December 2nd, I presented a scientific poster entitled βEmployment Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP) Strategy and Cooperatives for Water and Soil Conservation.β This innovative approach highlights how community-driven mechanisms, supported by adapted financial and cooperative models, can significantly strengthen water resource management and soil conservation efforts.
The presentation generated strong interest and sparked rich exchanges with international experts, practitioners, and development partners.
Beyond the poster session, I participated in several side events focused on:
πΉ Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)
πΉ Innovation in water policies
πΉ Smart and efficient irrigation
πΉ Nature-based solutions for water and land resilience
I also had the opportunity to visit the Moroccan Water Museum, an insightful experience that provided a deeper understanding of the countryβs hydrological history, current challenges, and long-term strategies for sustainable water management.
This participation proved extremely enriching. It strengthened technical knowledge, facilitated new collaboration opportunities, and highlighted the importance of community-based innovation for protecting water and soil resources, promoting sustainable development, and advancing resilience in the context of climate change.
