IWA Awards

IWA Young Leadership Award

The IWA Young Leadership Award is granted to an exceptional water professional aged 35 or younger, showcasing notable achievements in their career. The recipient has demonstrated outstanding leadership potential and the ability to play a large and influential role in the water industry in the future. Eligible candidates can be IWA members or non-members from academia, science or practice (utilities, consultancy, technology providers, government, NGOs and civil society, or international organisations). The award winner will be recognised for the excellence of their contribution based on the judging criteria set out below. All applications are made on a confidential basis.