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Dr. Letitia A. Obeng took over the reins as Chair of the Global Water Partnership (GWP) on 1st January 2008.

Given her strong background in water and development we asked her about GWP and its role in sustainable development.

Press release 11 December 2010

 

Cancún, Mexico—The world’s economic growth and social welfare depend on the sustainable management of the world’s water resources in the context of climate change, according to a statement issued by the Global Water Partnership (GWP). The statement was delivered by GWP Chair Dr. Letita A. Obeng to the high level session of the world climate change conference.

(Photo: GWP Chair Letitia A Obeng, by Marianela Arguello)

The Global Water Partnership has several Patrons. The Sponsoring Partners may invite persons of high public stature and influence to take on the role of Patron.

Interview with Mr. Pablo Enrique Quijivix and Mr. René Estuardo Barreno at Agua del Pueblo, Guatemala

Interview with Mrs. Ana del Sagrario Hernández at  ASDEPROMIPO in El Salvador.

GWP's financing partners meet twice a year to engage in a strategic dialogue with GWP on the water priorities that need to be addressed, and the criteria for providing financial assistance.

Interview with James Dalton, Water Management Advisor at IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature)

Interview with Ms Ma Angélica Alegría, Chief of the New Water Sources Creation and Water Users Organizations development division, Dirección General de Aguas (DGA) and Chair of GWP Chile.