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IWMI’s Mark Smith, Director Genera, gives opening remarks. Photo: Gunarathna Thisal/Mantaray Films
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IWMI Director General Mark Smith on why gender equality is water security

On World Water Day, IWMI calls for a rights-based approach to water and gender.

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March 22, 2026 | By IWMI

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Water, climate change and resilience
Water, food and ecosystems
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