In celebration of World Water Day 2026, the Young Water Professionals Western Cape (YWP-WC) invites young people to raise their voices on this year’s theme: Water and Gender.

Young creatives (≤35 years) across the Country are encouraged to share powerful stories, images, videos or artwork that highlight the role of women and girls in water leadership, technical professions, communities, and households.

This digital competition aims to:

• Amplify youth voices on water and gender equality.
• Celebrate women shaping the water sector.
• Spark conversations about inclusive water governance.
• Showcase the creativity and leadership of young people

Who can enter?
High school learners, undergraduate students, postgraduate students and young professionals (35 years and younger).

Posting deadline: 25 March 2026
Winners announced: 31 March 2026

Participants will post their entries on LinkedIn or Instagram, tag the YWP-ZA account and use the competition hashtags. Winners will be selected based on social media engagement and technical evaluation.

Let your creativity tell the story of water, gender, and change. Every voice matters, and every drop counts. ✨

#WorldWaterDay #WaterAndGender #WISAYWP #EveryDropCounts

Closing Date for submissions is 25 March 2026

SUBMIT HERE!!