IWA Podcast

IWA Youth Voices Podcast | Strengthening WASH Through Education, Innovation and Youth Leadership How do we move beyond awareness campaigns to create lasting behaviour change in WASH? In this episode of the IWA Youth Voices Podcast, host Natasha Mumba, Vice Chair of the IWA Young Water Professionals Steering Committee, speaks with Thomas DeJose, a participant in the second cohort of the IWA and Gru...

🎧 New on the IWA Youth Voices Podcast: The Circle of Water How can we inspire the next generation of water leaders before they even reach university? Natalie Paez and Laurence Stribbe share how the Circle of Water initiative is helping young people aged 8–15 explore water literacy, systems thinking, and sustainability through locally grounded learning experiences around the world. Listen now and...

In this episode of IWA Youth Voices, Natasha Mumba is joined by Thiago Martins, an MSCA doctoral researcher exploring circular approaches to wastewater and sludge management. Thiago shares his journey of pursuing a PhD abroad, navigating international research environments, and working between academia and industry. He reflects on the challenges, opportunities, and lessons learned along the way —...

In this episode of IWA Youth Voices, we bring you reflections from Dakar, Senegal, following the High-Level Preparatory Meeting for the United Nations Water Conference 2026. Host, Natasha Mumba, is joined by youth leader Hadi Toure to unpack the purpose and key outcomes of this milestone moment, including the six interactive dialogues shaping the Conference’s agenda. The conversation explores how...

In this episode of the IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition podcast series, Saroj Kumar Jha, Global Director of Water Global Practice at The World Bank Group, discusses the vital role of financing, technology, and governance in achieving global water security. He emphasises the importance of the IWA Congress as a platform for connecting with water professionals worldwide and sharing best practi...

In this episode of the IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition podcast series, EriKa Yarrow Soden, content editor of IWA’s magazine The Source, engages in a compelling conversation with Henk Ovink, Executive Director of the Global Commission on the Economics of Water. They discuss the critical challenges facing our water future, emphasising the importance of inclusive partnerships that bring margi...

In this episode of the IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition podcast, Erica Yarrow Soden, content editor of The Source Magazine, interviews Anise Sacranie, Water Access Director at Gunfros. Anise discusses her role in the Safe Water unit and explores the challenges of public-private partnerships in the water sector, particularly in the global South.

In this episode, we sit down with Austin Alexander, Vice President of Sustainability & Social Impact at Xylem, the principal sponsor of the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition. Austin shares insights into her role at Xylem and their long-standing partnership with IWA. We also explore the exciting discussions at the event and the value of Xylem's exhibition presence.

In this episode of the podcast series, Sangeeta Chopra, Director of Innovation, Process Optimisation, and Technical Services at the Ontario Clean Water Agency, Canada discusses the agency's work in water management. She also shares her excitement about connecting with global water industry experts during the Congress and exploring new ideas to enhance the agency's initiatives. Sangeeta's LinkedIn:...

In this episode of the IWA World Water Congress and Exhibition podcast series, host Erica Yarrow Soden, content editor of The Source, interviews Rasha Maal-Bared, Principal Environmental Scientist at CDM Smith, Canada. Rasha shares insights from her 18-year career in water and wastewater treatment, discussing the complexities of emerging contaminants, the significance of wastewater-based epidemiol...

In this episode of the podcast series catches up with Rosemary Campbell, Head of Water at Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor (WSUP). Rosemary shares insights into WSUP’s impactful work across Africa and South Asia, focusing on extending water and sanitation services to underserved communities. Discover how WSUP is transforming utilities, managing sanitation projects, and engaging in vital hygie...

In this episode of the podcast series of World Water Congress & Exhibition, we had a chance to talk to Michael Jensen, BD Director for the Americas at Grundfos Industry, as he discussed about Industrial Water Forum which took place during the global water event. Michael explains the forum's focus on enhancing collaboration between municipalities and industries to tackle pressing water challenges....

In this inspiring episode of the pod, we sit down with Sabrina Rashid Sheonty, the visionary founder of Tetra and a proud recipient of the prestigious Young Leadership Award at the World Water Congress & Exhibition. Sabrina’s remarkable journey is a testament to innovation, perseverance, and leadership in the water sector. Join us as Sabrina shares her path to success, detailing the challenges and...

In this episode, we interview Rachel Peletz, Executive Director of the Aquaya Institute. Rachel has been a member of the Steering Committee since 2022 and has been working in the Digitisation of Water and Sanitation in LMIC contexts subgroup. Listen as Rachel tells us about what got her started in the water sector and what keeps her going! This series introduces you to the members of the Internati...

In this episode, you get an insight into the life and career of Prabhu Chandrasekeran, Arcadis North America's VP Intelligent Water National Practice Leader. Prabhu is one of the DWP 2023-2025 Steering Committee members and has hit the ground running with his numerous engagement activities. Listen as Prabhu tells us about his upbringing and how it has impacted his view and passion for water, as we...

In this episode, we interview Wim Audenaert, Co-founder and CEO of AM-Team. Wim recently became a member of the DWP 2023-2025 Steering Committee and was one of the keynote speakers at the 2023 IWA Digital Water Summit in Bilbao, Spain. Listen as Wim tells us about his passion for addressing the global water challenges using digital innovations, as well as his exciting, upcoming projects. This seri...

In this episode, we interview Jyoti Gautam, Associate Professor at the Netaji Subhas University of Technology in India. Jyoti joined the Steering Committee in 2022 and has been working on the resilience knowledge track. She is also co-chair of the DW India subgroup and a member of the IWA India Executive Committee. Hear about Jyoti's background, what sparked her work in the water sector and her th...

In this episode of the IWA Youth Voices podcast, we explore the transformative experiences of Hadi Toure, a young water professional from Mali, who participated in the IWA & Grundfos Fellowship Gathering in Denmark (11-14 September 2023). Hosted by Muhammad Anique Azam, Chair of the International Water Association Young Water Professional Pakistan Chapter, this episode delves into youth empowermen...

In this episode, we interview Sheilla de Carvalho, Managing Director at the Hydroinformatics Institute in Singapore. Sheilla joined the Steering Committee in 2022 and has been working on the resilience knowledge track. Listen as Sheilla shares snippets of her life's journey and how she transitioned into a digital water professional. This series introduces you to the members of the International Wa...

In this episode, we interview Oliver Grievson who is the Chair of the IWA Digital Water Programme Steering Committee. Oliver has been a member of the DWP Steering Committee since its inception in 2019. As a committee member, he has made, and continues to make, tremendous contributions to the success of the programme through white papers, blogs, and the Digital Water Summit. This series introduces...

The second episode of the DWP profiling series features Eunice Namirembe, Innovation Specialist in the Kampala Capital City Authority. This series introduces you to the members of the International Water Association’s Digital Water Programme’s Steering Committee! The IWA Digital Water Programme is on a mission to provide a platform for water utilities to explore and share experiences on their digi...

This is the first episode of the profiling series, introducing you to the members of the International Water Association’s Digital Water Programme’s Steering Committee! The IWA Digital Water Programme is on a mission to provide a platform for water utilities to explore and share experiences on their digital water journey. The Programme has provided roadmaps and guidance that will help water utilit...

In this instalment, we delve into the realm of youth engagement within the context of water resources prioritization. Hosted by Chelsea Hayward, a member of the International Water Association (IWA) Young Water Professional Steering Committee, our spotlight guest is Claudia Prehn, a dynamic young water professional hailing from Ecuador. Claudia's remarkable journey unfolds as she shares her experi...

This is the third and final instalment of the Earth observation to Policy series promoting the webinar “Science to policy: From Earth Observation to legislation”, coming up on Friday 18 November 2022 at 14:00 GMT! This series explores the challenges and success factors of using EO services for evidence-based policy and national legislature in general and specific contexts. This podcast series is h...

This is the second instalment of the Earth observation to Policy series promoting the webinar “Science to policy: From Earth Observation to legislation”, coming up on Friday 18 November 2022 at 14:00 GMT! This series explores the challenges and success factors of using EO services for evidence-based policy and national legislature in general and specific contexts. This podcast series is hosted by...