UNESCO Calls for Women’s Inclusion in Water Management on World Water Day

The UNESCO says women and girls play a key role in securing water for families worldwide, yet remain underrepresented in water management and leadership positions.

Marking World Water Day, the agency stressed the need for equal participation of women in managing water resources to achieve inclusive and sustainable solutions.

UNESCO noted that while water is essential for life, inequalities continue to shape access to this critical resource across many regions.

The statement comes as millions still face water shortages, including in Afghanistan, where access to clean drinking water remains a major challenge.

According to UNICEF, nearly one-third of Afghanistan’s population lacks access to safe drinking water, with women bearing the burden of daily water-related tasks.

United Nations designated March 22 as World Water Day to raise awareness about the importance of water and promote sustainable management of water resources globally.

In rural Afghanistan, limited infrastructure forces women to take responsibility for water collection, cooking, washing, and childcare, increasing their physical and emotional strain.

UNESCO’s call highlights the urgent need to address both water scarcity and gender inequality, as improving women’s role in water management could lead to more effective and equitable solutions worldwide.

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