About the 11th World Water Forum
The world's largest process-based gathering on water held every three years to turn commitments into real solutions.
What is the World
Water Forum?
A global, long-term, process-based gathering that brings together all stakeholders, including governments, international organizations, local authorities, academia, and the private sector, providing a unique platform for collaboration to address water challenges
Dialogue
Convene diverse stakeholders to share knowledge and experience
Bring together governments, utilities, academia, civil society, and business to create meaningful conversations around water challenges.
Alignment
Align policy and practice across sectors and regions
Build consensus on priorities and coordinate actions across thematic areas, geographic regions, and political levels.
Action
Deliver implementable water outcomes and commitments
Turn discussions into concrete deliverables, voluntary commitments, and policy directions that drive real-world impact.
Accelerate dialogue, align policy and practice, and deliver implementable water outcomes.

Journey to Riyadh 2027
A multi-year process bringing together stakeholders and preparing actionable outcomes
First Stakeholder Consultation
Thematic & Regional Concept Development
Second Stakeholder Consultation Meeting
Political Track Preparation
Forum Delivery
Follow-up & Implementation

Governance and Organizers
Co-hosted by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture and the World Water Council

Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture

World Water Council
Governance Structure
International Steering Committee
Provides overall oversight and strategic direction
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Dive deeper into the Forum's processes, events, and knowledge resources