Working together for access to water and sanitation
The “Water for All” Chair trains managers in the sector to ensure access to quality water and sanitation for the populations of their countries..
Training courses
We design and run educational sessions to enhance the skills of professionals, elected representatives and local water stakeholders.
Research
The Chair supports scientific research based on case studies, rooted in the management issues faced by urban sanitation stakeholders.
The Chair
The Chair brings together lecturers and professionals around a specific program to address the challenges of large urban water and sanitation services in emerging countries.
Founding members
Three committed players in the world of water
Our mission on sanitation and water
Training, sharing, transforming
The Chair develops the skills of those involved in water and sanitation, in line with the challenges facing developing countries.
Building skills, here and elsewhere
Long or short courses to support managers, operators and decision-makers in their water and wastewater management missions.
Executive Advanced Master, specialised modules or tailor-made sessions: our formats are adapted to the needs of the field and the challenges facing developing countries.
Designed by recognised experts, our training courses combine technical expertise, governance, innovation and peer-to-peer experience sharing.
500+ professionals trained
Adapted programmes to strengthen the key skills of water and sanitation players.
Global reach since 2009
Advanced Master “Water for All” – OpT
from 54 countries
in 2 languages over 15 years
made
News
- Short Course Training – Immersion in Cambodia – Water specialty
- Short Course Training – K-OpT in Cambodia – Sanitation specialty
Frequently asked questions
What is the main objective of the AgroParisTech-SUEZ “Water for All” Chair?
The Chair is part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations, and its priority is to train managers for goal number 6: “Access to safe water and sanitation”.
How is the Chair contributing to these objectives?
The Chair enhances the skills of managers of urban water and wastewater services, through :
- training by management experts,
- sharing knowledge about drinking water,
- research in these areas of public service.
What challenges are urban services facing as a result of this training?
The courses are designed to meet the specific challenges of major urban water and wastewater services, particularly in emerging and developing countries, where needs are most urgent.
Who are the managers targeted by these courses?
The Chair is aimed at professionals, managers and decision-makers operating in fast-growing urban contexts, in direct contact with institutions, and who need to anticipate future changes over a 5 to 10-year timescale.
What role do these professionals play in the water and wastewater sector?
These players play a central role in driving the reforms and change needed to improve water and sanitation management in major cities, regions and states.
Alumni testimonials
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