Water and Development Information for Arid Lands (GWADI)
The strategic Objective of the G-WADI network is to strengthen the global capacity to manage the water resources of arid and semi-arid areas around the globe through a network of international and regional cooperation. Aims of this program: Improved understanding of the special characteristics of hydrological systems; The capacity building of individuals and institutions; The broad dissemination of understanding of water in arid zones to the user community and the public, especially as a basis for improved management; The exchange of experience; The sharing of data; Raising awareness; and the promotion of integrated basin management.

UNESCO Sector: Division of Water Sciences
Responsible Staff: Annukka Lipponen, Alice Aureli
More information: http://www.gwadi.org/