Indigenous Water Partnership

Indigenous Water Partnership

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The Indigenous Water Partnership is a new non-profit dedicated to empowering Indigenous Nations through culturally relevant technical support in water treatment and sanitation system infrastructure development, operations and maintenance. Our vision is to restore Indigenous peoples’ trust in water systems by ensuring reliable access to clean drinking water and effective wastewater management. Rooted in Indigenous leadership and reconciliation-driven solutions, IWP provides culturally relevant technical support to Chief and Council in designing, procuring, constructing, operating and maintaining water and sanitation systems.

 

IWP is co-led by Indigenous and non-Indigenous women, recognizing the vital role of women in water stewardship. This shared leadership integrates Indigenous knowledge and technical expertise, ensuring all decisions are community-driven. Our founding team has deep experience in infrastructure, health equity, and community engagement.

IWP takes a holistic approach, addressing both drinking water and wastewater treatment while considering decentralized and centralized systems. By prioritizing long-term capacity-building, we empower communities to sustain and manage their water systems independently, bridging systemic gaps and restoring trust in water services.

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