As the world celebrates Women’s History Month, it is important to note that women are underrepresented in the water industry. A recent study by The World Bank’s Water Global Practice found that fewer than one in five workers in the water sector are women. Women are not well-represented in technical roles and trade apprenticeships. This lack of diversity reflects the industry’s overall exclusion of women.
This is a problem because women are already the primary decision-makers when it comes to water management in household. Studies have also shown that when women play a role in water management, their communities tend to have better outcomes. By increasing gender diversity in the water industry, we can improve employment and financial opportunities for women and ensure that the industry is better equipped to respond to the concerns and needs of female constituents.
