Launch of the Framework for Climate Action and Humanitarian WASH - From Commitments to Action 2026

This webinar marks the official launch of the Launch of the Climate Action Framework for Humanitarian WASH, recorded at the 2026 Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week (HNPW). The session introduces a global, sector-wide framework developed by the Global WASH Cluster’s Climate Change Working Group to guide the integration of climate action into humanitarian water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) programming. Bringing together experts and partners from across the sector, the event highlights the urgent need to adapt WASH responses to growing climate impacts and presents practical approaches to strengthening climate resilience, reducing emissions, and improving preparedness in humanitarian context. Keynote speaker: Sophie Tholstrup, Director of Policy & Climate, Ground Truth Solutions Panel Moderator: Aliocha Salagnac, Senior Knowledge and Analysis Specialist, Global WASH Cluster Panel members: Jonathan Randall, WASH & Climate Action Framework Consultant, IOM Antonio Torres, Global WASH Coordinator, IOM Jullien Bettler, Project Manager, GTH William Carter, WASH Officer, IFRC Karin Gallandat, Research Group Leader, Eawag Anne Hyvärinen, WASH Officer, UNHCR Romain Verchere, Innovation Programme Manager, Veolia Foundation