The South Asia Water (SAWA) Program is a pioneering fellowship initiative designed to develop capacity among young scholars across South Asia. Since its inception in 2005, the program has aimed to establish long-term partnerships in water science and technology while addressing the region's critical water and climate challenges.
Developed by a South Asia-based consortium of four engineering institutes and a water policy research institute, SAWA focuses on interdisciplinary education, innovation-driven research, and gender-inclusive approaches to water resource management.
The SAWA Program's primary goals include training professionals, conducting innovative research, and building a comprehensive knowledge base across South Asia.
Train a critical mass of South Asian water professionals in interdisciplinary approaches to integrated and gender-sensitive water resources management, while fostering a more balanced gender representation within the field.
Conduct research focused on social learning and innovation in real-world settings, involving water resource users and other stakeholders as key participants in capacity-building efforts.
Build a knowledge base on Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), gender, and water issues while fostering collaboration across South Asia through networking, publications, and events such as workshops and conferences.
Learn more about our team, consultants, funding, partners, and research fellows.
Meet our distinguished mentors guiding interdisciplinary water and climate research in South Asia.
View MentorsOur expert consultants providing specialized guidance in gender analysis and research.
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