International Water Management Institute (IWMI)

🎉 Today, May 29, a special commemorative stamp was issued by the Sri Lanka Post to celebrate IWMI's 40th anniversary, and four decades of partnership with Sri Lanka. The Prime Minister, Dinesh Gunawardena, visited IWMI's global headquarters in Colombo and received the first stamp. 💧 Since 1984, IWMI has contributed to shaping water management practices in Sri Lanka and the world. In the last 40 years, IWMI has grown in scale, impact and areas of research — from an institute focused on water for agriculture to a global leader in integrated water management. Looking forward, IWMI will continue to contribute to Sri Lanka's water security and climate goals. #OneCGIAR #40YearsinSriLanka #WaterSecurity

🖼️ Vessels of Vitality | Ayush Sunar | Acrylic | Nepal This artwork was created by a talented young artist as part of our 40th anniversary celebrations to showcase 4 decades of research for development excellence and shed light on the critical issue of water security and its significance in shaping our collective future. “Vessels of Vitality” conveys a carrier of life, energy, and strength, emphasizing the role women have in sustaining life. This painting depicts the nurturing spirit of Nepalese women who cultivate and care for the land. The term ‘vessel’ refers to both the water pot and the woman, a true vessel of vitality. Sunar, a visual artist from Nepal, is currently pursuing a bachelor’s in fine art from Lalitkala Campus in Kathmandu. He tries to infuse his senses by observing and capturing things through drawing. He questions the artistic process by asking “Is what I've been creating a blend of fragmented memories, aesthetic fusion, and the outpouring of emotions through countless visions and imagination?” #PaintingWaterFutures #OneCGIAR #40YearsOfIWMI

🌍New Publication Alert: Explore our latest policy brief which offers insights into the lack of synergies and inadequate coordination between and within food, land, and water policies and strategies in Nigeria. This publication underscores the importance of building policy coherence in contributing to agri-foods system transformation towards achieving food security. Read the full brief here 👉 on.cgiar.org/3Y350bL #OneCGIAR

Echoing streams | Digital Art | Shaili Malla | Nepal This artwork was created by a talented young artist as part of our 40th anniversary celebrations to showcase 4 decades of research for development excellence and shed light on the critical issue of water security and its significance in shaping our collective future. “Growing up in a village, I witnessed water challenges and potential solutions. Despite an abundance of water, villages suffer from inadequate resource management and environmental changes. Many young people leave for better opportunities in urban areas or abroad, leaving women and the elderly behind. This piece highlights the importance of innovative water management strategies in adapting to climate change, aiming to inspire local communities to adopt more sustainable lifestyles.” Malla is a mixed-media visual artist and illustrator based in Kathmandu, Nepal. With a degree in Fine Arts from Kathmandu University (KU)'s School of Arts, her artistic journey spans various mediums. She fuses digital art and animation with the timeless essence of traditional art practices. #PaintingWaterFutures #OneCGIAR #40YearsOfIWMI

🎉 We invite you to explore the newly launched website for #AlMurunah and discover the valuable resources and information it offers. It is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the project's initiatives of Resilient Nature-Based Water Solutions (#RNBWS) and their progress in the MENA region. Visit the website now at almurunah.iwmi.org and immerse yourself in the world of climate resilience and enhanced water security in #MENA. 🌍💧 CGIAR IUCN FCDO Services #OneCGIAR

🌍 Today is Earth Overshoot Day- a crucial reminder of our unsustainable consumption of ecological resources. ⚠️ If we were living in balance with nature, this day would fall on December 31. But it's only the beginning of August, and we've already exhausted the planet's supply. Every day after this, we are borrowing from our future to sustain our present-day needs. We should rethink and act for a sustainable future! #EarthOvershootDay

📢 The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), together with CGIAR, its centers, and a range of co-hosts, is excited to announce the next edition of its flagship nutrition conference, ‘Delivering for Nutrition in South Asia: Connecting the Dots Across Systems.’ This hybrid conference will take place from December 3-5, 2024, in Colombo, Sri Lanka and online. 🌐 🌟 This is an abstract-based conference inviting submissions on research studies or implementation experiences from across South Asia. 📅 Submit your abstract before August 16, and join us in exploring the multifaceted linkages between nutrition and its determinants. 🔗 Learn more and submit your abstract: on.cgiar.org/3A60JdS

IWMI successfully hosted a Science-Policy Dialogue on Groundwater Governance, focusing on the Atal Bhujal Yojana (a participatory groundwater management scheme) under the CGIAR initiative on #NEXUSGains and the #NPS Initiative. The event, honored by the presence of Dr. Raghav Langer, IAS, Director of National Program Management Unit-Atal Jal, featured discussions that highlighted successful practices, field learnings, and the role of science in advancing groundwater governance. Alan Nicol, Dr. Alok Sikka, International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Ataljal MPSPMU #OneCGIAR

🌊 Living water | Acrylic and Ink | Sarvinoz Kosimovata | Uzbekistan This artwork was created by a talented young artist as part of our 40th anniversary celebrations to showcase 4 decades of research for development excellence and shed light on the critical issue of water security and its significance in shaping our collective future. This piece depicts the personification of the feminine element. Representing water in nature and the spiritual world, it portrays renewal, purity and fullness of life. This painting shows Anahita – Iranian mythological goddess of water and fertility – at the Aral Sea. Archaeological fragments depicting Anahita have been found around the region, though many were destroyed because of their radical teachings. Anahita is often seen as a young woman in a golden robe with a crown of eight rays and a hundred stars. She is called the "Golden Mother" and represents both sacred sexuality and purity. She is liberation. She is a warrior. She is a life-augmenting mother. Kosimova is a member of the Creative Association of Young Artists of Uzbekistan and was awarded the Gold Medal of the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan in 2014, 2015 and 2018. She has participated in exhibitions in Uzbekistan and abroad. #PaintingWaterFutures #OneCGIAR #40YearsOfIWMI

#HappeningToday! 📢   The Women in Water Diplomacy Network is co-convening an experience exchange event on gender in the water–energy–food–ecosystems approach to sustainable development, together with the SIWI - Stockholm International Water Institute, the Environmental Law Institute, Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and the CGIAR Initiative on NEXUS Gains; CGIAR Impact Area: Environmental health & biodiversity.   The event is open to the Network's communities, supporters, and partners, and will highlight the efforts of researchers and academicians related to WEFE nexus issues, and shine a light on the experiences of women water diplomats in the WEFE sectors.   📅 31 July, 14:30–16:30 CET 💻 on.cgiar.org/4fodxMJ (registration required)   #OneCGIAR #NEXUSGainsInitiative #GenderEquality