Country captains

A LEGACY OF IMPACT

  • Adeeba Waseem, Middle School Headmistress at Delhi Private School, Sharjah, is a leader in sustainability education with over 20 years of experience. Known for her commitment to water conservation and eco-friendly initiatives, she has driven her school to be recognised among the top 5 UAE schools for climate action. Adeeba, honoured by the Indian Consulate and recognised for 5 consecutive cycles by VoFG Arabia (the UN’s Voices of Future Generations initiative) empowers students to become compassionate global citizens. She has been the finalist of the Edtech Awards twice and is the winner of the teacher of the year award from ReadTheory. Her innovative approach integrates technology and best practices, fostering a learning environment that champions environmental responsibility and student voice.

  • "I was born in Zimbabwe, in the rural areas of Murehwa. Growing up in this picturesque countryside, I developed an enduring fascination with water and its intricate beauty. I believe that water is not just a resource, but a life force that sustains all living beings on our planet. This passion for water and the conservation of wetlands has shaped my personal and professional journey, inspiring me to delve deeper into understanding and protecting these invaluable ecosystems.

    Murehwa provided me with an idyllic backdrop to develop my connection with water from an early age. I vividly remember spending countless hours exploring the nearby rivers, streams, and wetlands. These serene water bodies were home to an astonishing variety of plants and animals, forming a delicate ecosystem that nurtured life in all its vibrant forms.

    It was during these explorations that I encountered wetlands, an enchanting environment that captivated my imagination and fueled my passion for their conservation. Wetlands, often misunderstood and undervalued, are truly remarkable ecosystems that play a vital role in maintaining a fragile balance within our planet. They are lush habitats teeming with diverse flora and fauna, serving as breeding grounds for wildlife, filtering water, and even providing protection against floods."

  • I am interested in a healthy life and a green environment

  • I am a trained Water Resources Management officer, the fact that i chose it as my profession makes it my passion

  • My name is Israr Ahmad. I’m a health Profressional. Working as director M&E in social health Protection Programme in Pakustan. i have been already associated with last 2 years with trust Foundation events and organized and partieicpated in events and have a running club name PLOGGERS OF GILGIT_ BALTISTAN - PAKISTAN AND, coordinating a team of 70 peopleS. It’s been pretty exciting fund to join once again with you to create awareness abd inportance of water and other issues. i will be happy to join u as country captain in 2024. save water save life ====

  • I am a Climate Action Educator who is passionate about the environment. I have trained and educated thousands of youngsters on how to take care of our environment including water bodies

  • Hi, I am faculty lecturer, environment and animal protection activist. I belong to and I am active in rural areas in India. I am honorary coordinator for many environmental ngos at national and global level. Water means life. Water is the most important concern in environment conservation as it has become a burning issue in the developing and developed counties in the wake of global warming.

  • Social Development Worker with over 10 years' experience. I have and continue to work with diverse communities. I love to impact and cause positive change. My passion for water is driven by the fact that, there is no life without water. Every human being deserves access to safe clean water. It is a right and that is not negotiable.

  • Water is life and it's our duty to conserve this most precious resource on our earth. We live on a planet which looks blue due to the presence of water and this water is amongst the five important elements with which we all are made. Thus I am passionate to promote SDG 6 to save water for our future generations.

  • I am an advocate of the environment and the fresh water we have like most of the environment is under serious threat.

  • I am a communications professional and in my free time, i volunteer with DECA- a charity dedicated to the welfare of children in Kenya. I am a passionate advocate for causes that have a positive impact on the community, with a slight bias towards girl and women empowerment. Am passionate about water for its equalizing and unifying effect. Third world or first world, man or woman, Africa or Europe- water is life for all. This means that on matters water, we all (regardless of any differences) get to come together to advocate for its proper management and conservation as we all depend on it for continued existence.

  • Am James Phiri a youth reporter and a youth Activist under agents of change foundation Zambia. And am passionate about water because I take water as everything in my life because we can't do anything in the absence of water.

  • Odusanya Muhammed is my name, am from Liberia, live in Liberia. Water is life. Water don't have enemy's.

  • Am Regina Muche Furaha,i come from the Coastal part of Kenya.But currently Nairobi.I love anything to do with the environment and keeping it clean but mostly am passionate about Water.I would love to see every human being have clean drinking water.Having seen people not have water and using dirty water had made want clean water for every household in my village(Kilifi county)and the world at large.

  • "Tapiwa Chimbadzwa is a distinguished conflict resolution expert and dedicated conservationist whose work is driven by a profound belief in the interconnectedness of environmental stewardship and global peace. With a deep understanding of the challenges posed by climate change and biodiversity loss, Tapiwa advocates for the resolution of environmental issues as a pathway to harmony, recognizing that many of today's conflicts have their roots in ecological disputes.

    At the heart of Tapiwa's commitment lies his passion for water conservation—a vital element that sustains all forms of life on our planet. His concern is particularly acute in the context of the global south, where communities are increasingly facing water scarcity due to relentless droughts and, to some extent, human activities such as unsustainable water usage and pollution.

    Tapiwa's expertise and heartfelt dedication to preserving the world's most precious resource make him a beacon of hope and a leader in the quest for a sustainable and peaceful future."

  • My name is Vyshnav, I am a grade 9 student at Ambassador School, Sharjah, UAE. Being an enthusiastic environmentalist and been the Environment Ambassador of my school, I have always been passionate about the earth and its resources. Water being the most valuable resource, I always want to contribute within the best of my ability to preserve this most wanted natural resource. I want to continue creating awareness among the public on the importance of conserving water, by reminding that, NO WATER, NO LIFE!

  • Being passionate about water is essential as it sustains life, ecosystems, and our planet's balance. Recognizing its significance fosters a commitment to preserving water resources, promoting environmental stewardship, and ensuring access to clean water for all, contributing to the well-being of both humanity and the natural world

  • Doug is a geographer and former environmental scientist with 25 years’ experience in Water Resources policy and research at provincial, federal and international levels. He is also a passionate advocate for Water Literacy and the sharing of the global water experience. Doug now independently produces a Twitter feed @WaterTrends with 17.8K followers that is an internationally recognized daily source of English language news on global water issues.

  • Few people in my opinion realize how important this cause is, and take water availability for granted.

  • Being a water technician makes me passionate to ensure people consume safe and adequate people.. also to ensure wastewater is well managed to prevent other environment hazards and disease associates with its poor disposal

  • Because in the future drinking water a very big problem in lots of country

  • "I am a mother of three (3) kids who are growing up so fast. They are now, 18, 12, and 10 years old. As a mother, I would like to encourage my children to appreciate nature and do their part in taking care of the environment for them and the coming generations. This digital age on one side is limiting them in taking part in the appreciation and preservation of the environment, as today's generation is exposed to many forms of entertainment. On another side, the digital age is a great format to connect to people around the world, which makes imparting positive influences easier, than ever.

    I also impart through social media, that anyone can take part in the preservation of the environment. Planting at home and starting the initiatives at home, is the best way to address environmental issues. Not taking for granted, that it is a way of lifestyle that the younger generation could learn and do. And hopefully, a way of lifestyle they will have as they journey life on their own.

    Water source preservation is one of the major concerns, as progress and developments spread throughout the land. With this inevitable progress, people need to take action to make a balance."

  • My name is Thandeka. I'm a University student and Zambia's country captain. I'm passionate about water because of the essential role it plays in our ecosystems and our own bodies. Water supports life. Not only our own but that of the crops, livestock and wildlife that surrounds us! It also accounts for a great number of beautiful sights like waterfalls.

    I also impart through social media, that anyone can take part in the preservation of the environment. Planting at home and starting the initiatives at home, is the best way to address environmental issues. Not taking for granted, that it is a way of lifestyle that the younger generation could learn and do. And hopefully, a way of lifestyle they will have as they journey life on their own.

    Water source preservation is one of the major concerns, as progress and developments spread throughout the land. With this inevitable progress, people need to take action to make a balance."

  • Water is essential for life, playing a crucial role in sustaining ecosystems and supporting various forms of life. Its unique properties make it vital for numerous biological processes. Additionally, water is a precious resource for human societies, influencing agriculture, industry, and overall well-being. Understanding and appreciating the significance of water is crucial for addressing environmental challenges and ensuring sustainable use for future generations.

    At the heart of Tapiwa's commitment lies his passion for water conservation—a vital element that sustains all forms of life on our planet. His concern is particularly acute in the context of the global south, where communities are increasingly facing water scarcity due to relentless droughts and, to some extent, human activities such as unsustainable water usage and pollution.

    Tapiwa's expertise and heartfelt dedication to preserving the world's most precious resource make him a beacon of hope and a leader in the quest for a sustainable and peaceful future."

  • I live on an island in the Arctic Ocean and am surrounded by water every single day. I am glad the ocean is still clean here and we can have drinking water from the tap. I currently visited Asian and was shocked about the situation there! The ocean was polluted with waste, swimming forbidden and one were not allowed to drink water from the tap but have to buy it! We must change that! 💙

  • I am Evana Eliza Vinoj, a student studying in Sharjah Indian School. I am a country captain for United Arab Emirates, who strives to give water a voice and spread awareness about protecting our mother earth including its resources.

  • We are 15 years old twin girls who lives in srilanka . We represent srilanka in 13 national and international organization as a country captains and country cordinators. From our childhood we are passionate about water because according to our point of view water is the most valuble thing in this universe. In srilanka we almost having dry zone and wet zone too. In dry zone we know how people suffering from lack of water. In wet zone we facing water polution. As a volunteers we always try to do awareness programme for water beacuse we truly belive if we save the water humankind will also save in this planet for long time. So for that we always doing lots of activities among school childrens related that and doing campaigns etc. As a public icons we both can easyly do that cause we can link the people all together and guide them for save the water.

  • I am a passionate environmentalist, author and student leader from the United Arab Emirates. I am very passionate about saving water as it's the elixir of life and without water, our beloved Earth, wouldn't have been the blue planet it is today. I have spoken as one of the youngest ambassadors at COP 28 to combat climate change and I believe the several accolades bestowed on me for my work towards the environment will encourage me to give back more to the society.

  • My homeland Pakistan is one of the most water-stressed countries in the world and the situation is deteriorating with every passing day. I am a passionate social activist for human rights, women empowerment and water security in Pakistan and a proud Country Captain World Water Run-2023(Pakistan). My exposure as a Country Captain World Water Run-2023 has helped me a lot to continue my work for community awareness about water importance and role and impact of community for saving water and voicing for water and rivers in the country. I love to continue my Country Captain World Water Run-2024 to have more energies, motivation and awareness in this regard. Thanks

  • "Water is life. It sustains us and our ecosystems, and is embedded in every facet of society.

    Water inspire me because Water, the life-giving elixir that flows through our world, holds a profound symbolism in the human experience. It mirrors our emotions, adapts to its surroundings, and carries the power to cleanse and renew."

  • I am currently in charge of leading a research-based start-up company in Yogyakarta, IITOYA. We focused on membrane production for various applications including wastewater handling, blood filtration, protein separation, and water filtration. My team and I aim to educate people the importance of conserving water to support SDG-6: ensure access to clean water and sanitation for all. Since mid 2020, I also annually involve in global #RUNBLUE activations as a country captain for Indonesia, raising awareness on water-related issues around the globe.

  • "I am a Lawyer-Athlete from the Philippines. I am passionate on promoting Youth Empowerment and Environmental Protection and joining sport events is one of my ways of furthering my advocacies.

    I am passionate about water because of how important it is, not only as to its value to the society as source of consumption, but more importantly it balances our environment. "

  • "I am Anshvir Singh Dua ,from India ,I live in Gurugram,Haryana (New Delhi NCR), I have been working as an volunteer in Indian Film Federation New Delhi and also I am a writer ,artist ,actor. I also work as an activist for Water resources for our future To survive from Global Warming Issues. Also I am working on how to plant more trees in city and around for organic farming and channeling the more to save the water fronts and it's sanity issues.

    I am associated with Thirst Foundation from past 3 years and looking forward to join Mina Guli's efforts & Thoughts on #RunBlue2024."

  • "Soy una mujer de 40 años Entrenadora Personal, Fisioterapeuta, Consultora Naturista, Esteticista Animalista Proteccionista y por supuesto Ambientalista

    Soy apasionada del agua por que sin ella no habría vida en este planeta y si no la preservamos y cuidamos este planeta teminara muy mal así que es nuestro trabajo conservar el agua 💧 que aun queda en cada rincón de este mundo "

  • Water is that currency whose scarcity will take lives of all living beings. No water No life. I want to keep my mother Earth Alive and to save water and keep it clean is a basic necessity.

  • I am a fitness and wellness coach, CEO Caldwell Fitness and Wellness, an ultra runner with immeasurable passion about Safety, healthy and environment. I am so passionate about water because without it, life is meaningless.

  • I am a charity runner and a lover of nature I spend most of my time with kids and also help the old. I believe water is life and the day the last water dry humanity too will dry off. 70% of the earth is water and the human body is also 70%water. Speak life.

  • I am Saanvi Rao, a 13-year-old student studying in Delhi Private School Sharjah in the UAE. I am a young eco-activist, dancer, poet, writer, public speaker, and artist. From a young age I have actively been involved in various environmental related activities, hosted webinars and participated in several competitions. I have also been the student member and youth ambassador for various organizations like EEG, Water Alliance, Ecobee, AhlanWaSahlan and Thirst Foundation. Being an advocate for change has inspired me to strive for a voice for water. I am passionate about conserving water as I believe it is our duty to do so an that we must give water our utmost importance. I hope to spread awareness about this crucial crisis to others around the world and collaborate with them to find potential solutions to the problems we face.

  • Am a runner and passionate about water because that the most important hydrant for me on my runs and it is literally the lifeline of our Mother Earth. So without water there is no life anywhere in the universe.

  • "I am Adeena a Sustainability Ambassador at Gems Cambridge International School and a Youth Ambassador at Water Alliance UAE. I am also a delegate for MUN. I have participated in the past for Plogathon run for Project Thirst & Project

    Maji to clean up beaches and streets from plastic waste by running, walking & cycling.

    “I believe there are so many opportunities to make a positive impact on our community, our country, and the world if we are armed with the right scientific knowledge and resources.""

    My Mission as a country captain is to encourage the community to appreciate and preserve the natural world and to invite and make positive change in the conservation behaviour of the community and its members by sharing knowledge and resources.

  • "Bojana Bogojevic  ( Belgrade, Republic of Serbia) . 

    Bojana is a Lawyer, Specialist for Corporate Governance,  Expert for Sustainable Development, Climate Reality Leader, Author, International Public Speaker and devoted Humanitarian. 

    She is also Multiple times Internationaly Awarded Person in fields of Human rights,  Climate Change, Law, and Sustainability.  

    Ms. Bogojevic is world wide well known author of  numerous professional articles, scientific papers, and co–author of three books in the field of leadership, law, corporate governance, sustainable development, climate change, even three poetry Anthology.

    Ms. Bogojevic always emphasise that if we as humanity want to have future worth living we need to act promptly to protect water. Water is blood of our Planet.

    Bojana Bogojevic is also UNAccc Honorary Executive Director for SDG Education.

    Bojana was chosen to be in a special book 30 SHINING STARS OF THE WORLD 2022 and received an International Award as The Most Outstanding Climate Expert of The Year 2022. “

  • My name is Foday Koroma, a Sierra Leonean male. I'm very passionate about water because it's the main source of life and bulk of what we eat as food are as a result of good water supply.

  • Water is the main living resource in the coming day there will be a scarcity of water. In Pakistan there is already shortage and disturbed water table underground. I am finding a platform where you provide me the training and i will raise awareness among ppl. I love wildlife and want to visit South Africa. The water issue is global issue not only in Pakistan.

  • "My name is Kim, a 41 year old dog mom and nature lover.

    Connecting with nature has really healed my life. I found the real ME!

    It is so important to live in harmony with nature, therefore we need to protect it.

    Together we can make a difference!"

  • Nyendo A. Kinyonga; Socio-scientists, specialize in climate change and sustainable development. Advocacy for Girls and women's empowerment, environmental management, education, Policy analysis, and management. Having an MSc. In climate change and sustainable development (Msc. CC&SD) UDSM, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) candidate in policy analysis and program management (PAPM) Ardhi University, researching Solid waste management on informal settlements. I am passionate about water because climate change impacts like drought and extreme rainfall affect water availability. Likewise, water insecurity affects most of the women and girls in SSA. this makes me to be part of the initiative involving water security.

  • I am an author, innovator, environment advocate and student leader from the United Arab Emirates. I believe H2O(l) Means Hope 2 Our Life and therefore, conservation of water is one of our topmost priority to erase climate change and global warming from our daily dictionary. As one of the youngest speakers and representatives at COP 28, and the youngest recipient of the Water Hero Award by the Ministry of Jal Shakti and Ganga Rejuvenation(Government of India), I am very honored and humbled as well as motivated to continue my work for the environment and for our dear water!

  • I am a 21 years old (turning 22 this March) Computer Science student and I teach underprivileged students about computers and tech as I believe in the principle of "Knowledge is the key to all doors". I am a Country Captain for India from 3 years now, I am passionate about water is because from my childhood water is the element that has always given me peace. I always try to find a water body and spend some time staring and appreciating it. I currently live in a region in Delhi where government supplies water to home only once every 48 hours while there are regions in my city Delhi where water supply is 24×7 and that breaks my heart and I wish to ask the government "How my thirst is less valuable than my neighbour?". Another thing that breaks my heart and usually make a few tears to stream down my face is the current pollution condition of rivers in my country, The Yamuna, The Ganga, The Sahibi, etc. We consider our rivers as our mother and that is a universal phenomenon as all the species have originated from water. I wish to work in the direction where I can change this condition of our rivers and possibly make this planet a better place for all us because there is no Planet B. I am not only passionate about water I am passionate about the nature as a whole, from forests to wildlife, animals to mountains, children to grandparents and so on.

  • I am a teacher professionally,after having taught Geography in various educational levels,now am a ward education officer,water is scarce in the area of my administration.there are two schools out of five which have clean and safe water,however,water is not enough and reliable.Water is very essential for the existence of mankind.Thus I am very concerned, in order to maintain and sustain hygiene and health.

  • I’m living near the majestic Mt. Matutum and it is considered as the watershed in our place. This is the reason why I am so passionate about protecting its landscape and watershed.

  • I am Irene from the Philippines. I would like to help conserve because it is very essential to us.

  • Am a graduate with water engineering and currently am working as water laboratory technician, at KENYA WATER INSTITUTE (KEWI) I develop about water since I was a child that's why when I completed my high school I had to look for a water training institution, and my prayers have been answered atleast now I can teach about water and sanitation.

  • There is no new water , we have to conserve the clean water we have for the generation to come

  • I am passionate about clean water and the environment, things are literally in a mess. I truly believe that if everybody works TOGETHER, one small step at a time, doing the work, picking up litter, advocating for a cleaner environment, teaching and talking, WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE to the world around us.

  • Water is a resource that is very rarely found in a useable form, and on top of that, is a tad bit scarce, and is going to be depleting if we don't act quickly. Many people do not have access to water either, making it's conservation even more precious.