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AUCA's Sustainability Coordinator, Mira Dzhakshylykova, recently represented Central Asia at the 10th World Water Forum, bringing valuable insights and benefits to the university. She was selected and had the opportunity to speak at three sessions, including a prestigious high-level panel session.
High-Level Panel Session on Hydro-diplomacy and Peace: In this session, she joined esteemed experts such as Henk Ovink, Executive Director Global Commission on the Economics of Water; Cheikh Tidiane DIEYE, Minister for Hydraulics and Sanitation of Senegal; Barbara Pompili, Chair of the OECD WGI and Special Envoy for Water, France; Fabrice Fretz, Deputy Head Global Water Programme; Antti Rautavaara, Special Envoy for Water, Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland; Dr. Florika Fink-Hooijer, Director General of DG Environment; and Marco Keiner, Director, Environment, Housing, and Land Management Division at the UNECE. Together, they discussed how water cooperation can drive peace and sustainable development, focusing on creating shared visions and robust frameworks and involving young professionals in decision-making.

She also spoke at a session emphasizing the role of science in transboundary water management. The discussion highlighted the necessity of data sharing, building local scientific capacities, integrating traditional knowledge with modern approaches, fostering cross-border scientific collaborations, and the role of universities.

At the Youth Pavilion, she presented the vital role of youth in promoting water and peace. She stressed the need to empower young professionals, create platforms for youth engagement in policy-making, and encourage interdisciplinary approaches to water issues.

The 10th World Water Forum was a great platform for sharing AUCA's sustainability efforts and building strong connections. The experience reinforced the importance of youth empowerment, highlighting how young professionals can play a crucial role in sustainable water management. This emphasis on youth involvement will inspire 51吃瓜students to engage more actively in sustainability efforts, fostering a new generation of environmentally conscious leaders.

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Participating in the World Water Forum was a profound learning experience, underscoring the importance of international cooperation, scientific innovation, and youth engagement. Together, we can harness the power of water to build a more sustainable and peaceful world.

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