The 2026 UN Water Conference co-hosted by Senegal and the UAE. The event serves as a platform to advance Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6): clean water an sanitation, enhance global water governance, and elevate water issues on the international agenda.
Vision & Objectives
Accelerating SDG 6 Implementation: Promoting universal access to clean water and sanitation and improving water-related services worldwide.
Strengthening Global Water Governance: Enhancing cooperation among governments, UN bodies, and stakeholders to address water challenges.
Raising International Attention: Highlighting water as a critical component of sustainable development and global resilience.
Inclusive Participation: Engaging youth, marginalized communities, Indigenous Peoples, and civil society in shaping policies and solutions.
Fostering Partnerships: Building multi-stakeholder collaborations to promote coordinated, sustainable, and equitable water management.
Key Features
Plenary Sessions: Bringing together high-level decision-makers, UN agencies, and water experts to discuss priorities and share best practices.
Interactive Dialogues: Six thematic dialogues covering key issues such as water governance, financing, innovation, and resilience.
Preparatory Consultations: Regional and global meetings, including high-level gatherings in Dakar and New York, and online stakeholder consultations.
Stakeholder Engagement: Inputs from NGOs, academia, Indigenous Peoples, private sector actors, and persons with disabilities to ensure inclusive solutions.
At a Glance
The 2026 UN Water Conference positions water as a cornerstone of sustainable development and global resilience. By convening diverse stakeholders, the Conference aims to accelerate SDG 6 implementation, strengthen international cooperation, and mobilize financial and political commitments for effective water governance worldwide.
