The WOP-LAC CoP is launched!
The Global WOPs Community, facilitated by the GWOPA Secretariat in collaboration with VEI/WaterWorX, unites experts (WOP practitioners and others) worldwide to promote the sharing of experiences, and best practices, and facilitate discussions on common problems and solutions. This community serves as a bridge among various WOP platforms, programs, and essential partners, accelerating the exchange of knowledge through moderated thematic Communities of Practice (CoPs).
Hosted on the Workplace platform, it disseminates the latest updates, news, and developments in WOPs and conducts regular webinars and training sessions focusing on sanitation, water, and wastewater management.
With a membership of over 1,500 members as of June 2024, the network is running many thematic, project, technical and training course groups with dedicated WOP experts and practitioners.
- The Opportunity
The Global Water Operators Partnerships Alliance (GWOPA) is excited to announce the creation of a dedicated WOP-LAC (Latin American and Caribbean) regional group within the Global WOPs Community of Practice. This initiative aims to connect water and sanitation actors across Latin America and the Caribbean, fostering a collaborative network that enhances service delivery and supports sustainable development goals.
- Why Join the WOP-LAC Group?
By joining the WOP-LAC group, you will:
Be part of a regional network that shares a common cultural and social background, language (Spanish and Portugese), and time zones.
- Engage in peer-to-peer learning, skill development, and knowledge exchange with professionals and utilities in your region.
- Access a wealth of resources, including webinars, discussion forums, and a comprehensive Knowledge Library.
- Benefit from GWOPA’s values and principles and adhere to the Community Code of Conduct, ensuring a supportive and constructive environment.
- Key Features and Activities
The WOP-LAC group will offer various features and activities to enhance your professional development and community engagement, including:
- Bi-monthly webinars on key water and sanitation topics
- An activity calendar with planned events and discussions
- A forum for ongoing discussions on common challenges and solutions
- Opportunities to submit and share successful case studies
- Access to external experts for knowledge-sharing sessions
- How to Join
To join the WOP-LAC group, please follow these steps:
- Step 1: Express Your Interest: Submit your interest to join the WOP-LAC Group by 19 July 2024 to the WOP-LAC focal point Valeria Suarez (valeria_suarez@aysa.com.ar)
If you are interested in taking on a moderation role within the WOP-LAC group, please mention it as well. Moderators play a crucial role in facilitating discussions, organizing events, and ensuring a vibrant and productive community.
- Step 2: Create Your Account: Once your interest is registered, please fill out the application form via this link and you will then receive instructions via email within 2-3 business days to create your account and login credentials.
- Step 3: Get Started: Participate in the launch event and introductory webinar in July 2024, and start engaging with the community.
- Step 4: Contact Information
For any further queries, please reach out to the Community Coordinators via Workplace chat (Ashmeet Kharbanda, Franziska Volk) or by email to the WOP-LAC Secretariat (valeria_suarez@aysa.com.ar) or at (unhabitat-gwopa@un.org)
