UAWS was created after many negotiations which led to predict an uncertain future. Yet, slowly but gradually, it built a soul and an identity for itself by becoming an unavoidable association among water, sanitation and environment professionals. Its long walk lasted 31 years and enabled it to boast of a rich past and many achievements. Part One: The beginnings 1. Motivations and objectives Because of the continued decrease of rainfall, population increase, health and sanitation problems, UAWS’s founding fathers paved the way for the future UAWS during a preparatory meeting in A... read more