On behalf of the 11th Forum National Secretariat of Saudi Arabia and the World Water Council, we are pleased to announce the call for expression of interest to join the working groups for the Thematic Process of the 11th World Water Forum, to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027.
The Thematic Process is one of the three core processes of the Forum (Thematic, Political, and Regional), providing the knowledge backbone of the event. It structures discussions around themes and topics, intending to generate actionable solutions, policy recommendations, and innovative practices to advance global water sustainability.
We now invite you to express your interest in serving as a member of the Thematic Process Working Groups at the following levels:
- Theme Coordinator: Providing overarching guidance for one of the Forum’s main themes.
- Topic Coordination Groups (ToCG): Leading the structuring of a specific topic under a theme.
– Topic Coordinator
– Topic Coordination Group member
*The Session-level Coordination Groups will be selected through a separate call at a later stage.
How to Apply
Those who are interested in the role are invited to submit an Expression of Interest by September 30, 2025 at 23:59 CET, using the links below.
Before completing the application form, please carefully review the attached Terms of Reference (ToR) and the Thematic Process Framework : available by clicking here
Submit your application using the following links for
- Theme Coordinator: https://forms.office.com/e/VaV5G8qWW8
- Topic Coordinator Groups: https://forms.office.com/e/1phKwau1bs
Timeline
- Launch of Call: September 3, 2025
- Deadline for Expressions of Interest: September 30, 2025 at 23:59 CET
- Announcement of selected working groups: October 30, 2025
Your expertise and leadership are crucial for shaping the outcomes of the 11th World Water Forum and ensuring that the Thematic Process reflects the most pressing global challenges and innovative and wise solutions.
Should you have any inquiries, please contact us at thematic@worldwaterforum.org
We encourage your active participation in this important endeavor and look forward to your valuable contribution.
Sincerely,
11th World Water Forum Co-hosts