The Summit

Principle No. 4 - Water has an economic value in all its competing uses and should be recognized as an economic good Within this principle, it is vital to recognize…

Principle No. 3 - Women play a central part in the provision, management and safeguarding of water This pivotal role of women as providers and users of water and guardians…

Principle No. 2 - Water development and management should be based on a participatory approach, involving users, planners and policy-makers at all levels The participatory approach involves raising awareness of…

Principle No. 1 - Fresh water is a finite and vulnerable resource, essential to sustain life, development and the environment Since water sustains life, effective management of water resources demands…