The NUWWC has collectively formulated a Strategy Document which outlines the committee’s ambitions and objectives, with a four-year time horizon (2023 – 2026). Overall, the committee aims to plays a leading role in stimulating scientific advancements and constructive collaboration in international water research and capacity development activities in connection with UNESCO and WMO. A roadmap and planning to achieve these objectives are also included.

In particular, four key objectives have been identified:

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Connect and stimulate interaction between scientists, policy makers and practitioners (the science-policy-practice interface) from the international water research and capacity development communities.

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Harmonize and drive the Dutch contributions and position with regards to the international water research programmes of UNESCO and WMO.

3.

Promote committee members’ expertise with water organizations in other countries, potential new partners and strategic actors in the UN Water Family network.

4.

Stimulate and organize knowledge sharing events and knowledge co-development initiatives.