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AquaKnow
Website
Structure
Online only|Resource centre
Start & end date
2010
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Focus
Water supply, sanitation and hygiene (WASH)
Languages
English
Key initiatives/output
The site provides a comprehensive database of over 150 books and 1700 conference papers for members to download and informs about external trainings relating to water issues.
User are able to create own discussion groups on the website.
Network services
Dedicated website.
Web portal.
Own network news.
Related sector news.
Documents downloads.
Member or subscriber groups or forums.
Training.
Origins and rationale of network
The Working Group that initiated this project, bringing together various stakeholders involved in the water sector, aims to built a virtual platform of knowledge management. The initiative is taking into account the increasing importance of knowledge as a factor in transforming sector performance, the opportunities available through advances in information technology, and the favorable context for increasing harmonization and aid efficiency.
Objectives
The AQUAkNOW platform aims at enhancing and sharing knowledge on water issues by gathering updated and relevant information and offering dynamic tools.
Key partner organizations
European Commission, UNESCO Institute for Water Education, Agencia espanola de cooperacion internacional, Global Water Partnership, International Water and Sanitation Center, Joint Research Center, Office International de l'Eau: OIEau, Swedish International Development Agency, UN Water, Water Wiki.
Membership
Is membership required to participate fully in the network?
Yes
Who is eligible to be a member?
Organizations and Individuals
Are restricted membership options available?
No
Is there a fee /subscription required?
No
