World Water Day 2026

UAE Embassy Award Recognizes the Contribution of Empowering School Children on Climate Change Adaptation with Rainwater Harvesting by Lanka Rainwater Harvesting Forum

In celebration of the UAE’s 54th National Day, the UAE Embassy Water Award 2025 was presented on December 10 to exceptional Sri Lankan champions who enhance water security, climate resilience, and community wellbeing. This initiative, launched by the UAE Embassy in Sri Lanka with support from the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), honors individuals and groups whose impactful work in research, advocacy, journalism, and community action has significantly influenced Sri Lanka’s water landscape.
One notable recipient was the Lanka Rainwater Harvesting Forum for their project, “Empowering School Children on Climate Change Adaptation with Rainwater Harvesting.” This initiative has transformed over 5,700 students into climate-resilient water champions through hands-on training and the establishment of more than 200 school-based rainwater systems, providing safe drinking water and fostering lasting behavioral change.

3^rd SARNET Conference in Pakistan

SARNET Team at the venue

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Community nurseries initiated by Kanchan Nepal’s partner organization, LI-BIRDko Chautari n Begnas, Majhkot, and Sunpadali Rain Communities.

Women and girls suffer most from the impact of the climate crisis

Therefore, they travel longer distances such as from Himalaya Darchula to the Mahakali River to fetch water for their families. Governments must multiply investments into the UN water ambition for 2030 (SDG6) to help more than half of the world’s population have clean water and better adapt to the climate crisis.

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