26th Session of the Intergovernmental Council of the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme

Description

The 26th session of the International Hydrological Programme (IHP) Intergovernmental Council of the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) will convene from 3-7 June 2024. IHP’s ninth phase (2022-2029) focuses on putting “science to action for a water secure world, in a changing environment”.

The Council is composed of 36 UNESCO Member States elected by the UNESCO General Conference at its ordinary sessions, held every two years. Each of UNESCO’s six electoral regions elects Member States for Council membership to ensure equitable geographical distribution. Council members serve for four-year terms and are eligible for re-election.

The UNESCO IHP is an intergovernmental cooperation programme dedicated to water research and management. IHP addresses national, regional, and global water challenges by supporting the development of sustainable, resilient societies and expanding a holistic understanding of water. IHP also supports improved technical capabilities and enhanced human and institutional capabilities in water research and management.

Period	3 Jun 2024 → 7 Jun 2024
Event type	Conference
Location	Paris, FranceShow on map
Degree of Recognition	International