By serving as a link between practice, science, policy and decision making, the World Water Week moves beyond simply talking about what is and what should be by combining different types of knowledge and experiences to achieve development objectives in a worthwhile manner.

As a backdrop, the World Water Week’s basic perspective is global, but it also acknowledges that there are similarities and differences between regions of the world, phases of development, political systems and climatic conditions. The World Water Week in Stockholm also serves as a venue for the awarding of distinguished prizes and honours. In doing so, the Week focuses attention on outstanding efforts and raises awareness of different water and development issues.

A World Water Week in Stockholm niche is selected and followed for a range of years. The present niche (2003–2007) is ”Drainage Basin Security: Prospects for Trade offs and Benefit Sharing in a Globalised World.” The sub-theme for 2006 is “Beyond the River – Sharing Benefits and Responsibilities” and offers participants the opportunity to learn more about – and to contribute to – solutions to one of the most significant development and environmental challenges that the world has to come to grips with.

Workshops and special Poster Sessions will be organised where selected abstracts will be presented. Seminars and side events will feature invited speakers and participants will present their views and experiences. Special attention will be devoted to highlight concrete work that matters for the poor, for the environment and for our common future.

Contact Person: Johan Kuylenstierna  Project Director
International Water Institute: SIWI
City: Stockholm
Country: Sweden
Phone: +46 (0)8 522 139 60
E-mail: sympos@siwi.org
Web: http://www.worldwaterweek.org/worldwaterweek/index.asp