Salahuddin Saiphy co-chaired an online panel discussion organised by S M Sehgal Foundation in collaboration with the University of Bradford, United Kingdom, during the 4th IWA Conference on Rainwater Harvesting and Management, organised by the International Water Association (IWA), London, in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, Cambodia.
The session, titled “Maintenance of Rainwater Harvesting Systems in Schools: Ground Challenges and Innovative Solutions for Ensuring Long-Term Sustainability,” focused on practical challenges and solutions for maintaining rainwater harvesting systems in schools and ensuring their long-term sustainability.
Salahuddin Saiphy also spoke at a workshop organised by Young Rainwater Champions, Sri Lanka, during the conference on “Empowering Youth to Lead the Change in Rainwater Harvesting and Water Conservation.” He highlighted that young people are not just beneficiaries but custodians of water resources, and that their energy, creativity, and leadership can help take rainwater harvesting from individual projects to community-wide action.
He emphasised the importance of integrating rainwater harvesting into school and college curricula to encourage young people to become ambassadors for water security. He also highlighted the role of rainwater clubs, competitions, and awards in motivating youth to lead awareness campaigns and make rainwater harvesting a regular part of water conservation practices.
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