Implementation period: 2019 – 2021 Country: Uzbekistan Donor: European Union Implementing partner: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH National partners: Ministry of Water Resources of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Ministry of Public Education, academic and civil society institutions
The UzWaterAware project was launched to raise public awareness and support informed dialogue on water use and water-related challenges in Uzbekistan. It aimed to promote sustainable attitudes toward water, strengthen the understanding of water conservation, and involve youth, educators, media, and decision-makers in joint action.
Uzbekistan, like many countries in Central Asia, experiences seasonal water variability and depends on shared water resources. Addressing water-related issues through education, communication, and cooperation was a central element of the project.
Results
Thousands of students, educators, and local residents engaged in project activities
Improved environmental awareness and water literacy among youth
Strengthened cooperation between government institutions, civil society, and the media
Established foundation for continued outreach and education on sustainable water use
